Instructions

1. In a a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer with paddle attachment, cream together the butter and powdered sugar. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest and juice, and mix until fully blended.
2. Add flour and salt. If the mixture is still crumbly after blending, use hands to fully combine.
3. Place dough on a lightly floured counter. Roll into a 12-inch log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. When ready to bake, slice dough into thin slices. Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes in a 350 degree oven, until cookies begin to lightly brown on edges. Cool completely.
5. If desired, dip tops of cookies in lemon glaze. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Drizzle of tops of cooled cookies, or dunk top of cookie in glaze and tap on side of bowl to allow excess drip off.