The VERY {Best} Lemon Cookies

I have been looking for a lemon cookie recipe and nothing has filled the void...until now! They are the most basic easy cookie to make and the only lemon part about them is the glaze. I am telling you, use pen and mark in your calendar to make them this holiday season, you won't be sorry! I have to say these may be my new favorite!

Ingredients: 

• 3/4 c. Unsalted Butter, Room Temperature
• 3/4 c. Sugar
• 2 Large Egg Yolks
• 1/2 t. Vanilla 
• 1/4 t. Salt
• 2 c. Flour
• 1 c. Confectioners' Sugar
• 2 T. Lemon Juice (you may need a smidgen more)
• 1 t. Grated Lemon Zest

Directions: 

Cream butter and sugar together. Then add in egg yolks, vanilla, and salt. Make sure it is well blended. Then add in the flour and mix just until it is all combined. 

Divide dough in half and wrap in wax paper in the shape of 2 in diameter logs. Place in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the dough is firm.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. Cut the logs of dough into 1 in thick pieces and place them 2 in apart. Place in the oven for 12-16 minutes. 

To make the glaze: Whisk together confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the glaze is thick but still pourable. 

Once the cookies are completely cool, dip the tops of the cookies in the glaze. Allow 10 minutes for the glaze to dry completely. AND ENJOY!