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Step 1
In a mixing bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest with an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes.
Step 2
Add in the lemon juice and egg, beat again to combine.
Step 3
Gradually add in the flour, baking soda and salt, mixing by hand with a spatula until combined.
Step 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the dough from the fridge. Pre-heat the oven to 350ºF. Place 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl for rolling the cookies.
Step 6
Use a cookie scoop to form balls, rolling each ball into the sugar. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on a silicone lined baking sheet. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until the edges have a faint golden color.
Step 7
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a cooling rack to cool completely.