1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will get it nice and warm for your cookies.
2. In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter together until they are smooth and creamy.
3. Add the sugar to the bowl and beat it in well. Then, crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix everything together until it’s well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Now, add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the dough. Stir gently until everything is mixed in.
6. Scoop out small amounts of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie.
7. Bake the cookies in your preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
8. Once they are done, take them out and let them cool on a wire rack. After they cool, dust them with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Your delightful lemon cheesecake cookies are ready to enjoy! Perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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