Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

I love these lemon poppy seed cookies! My cousin gave me this recipe in a recipe scrap book for my wedding. I am not sure where she got the original recipe from. They are perfect for a brunch or shower... or just to munch on! This recipe makes 1-2 dozen depending on cookie size.

Cookie Ingredients:

• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp. lemon peel 
• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp poppy seeds

Glaze Ingredients:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Directions: 

• Cookies: Beat sugar & butter in a large bowl until creamy. Beat in egg & lemon peel. Combine flour, baking soda & salt; add to butter mixture. Beat in poppy seeds. Plot desired size of dough onto cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 11-12 minutes. Cool for about 20 minutes.
• Glaze: Combine powdered sugar, lemon juice & melted butter. pour over cooled cookies and let set. 
• Enjoy!

What is your go-to cookie recipe when planning a brunch? I'd love to gather up more ideas!