Creating these delightful Lemon Sugar Cookies is simple. Follow these steps to ensure success:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Egg and Flavorings: Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Mix Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until the mixture is just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Scoop the Dough: Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
7. Prepare to Bake: Optionally, sprinkle the tops with additional sugar for texture before baking.
8. Bake: Place the cookies in the preheated 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 sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
10. Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

By following these straightforward steps, you’ll be able to create wonderful Lemon Sugar Cookies sure to impress everyone.