Creating Lemon Sugar Cookies is easy when you follow these clear steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Flavorings: Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together without any dry spots.
6. Chill the Dough: Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies maintain their shape when baking.
7. Scoop the Dough: Once chilled, scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

By following these steps, you’ll have perfectly baked Lemon Sugar Cookies that are sure to impress!