Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a stand mixer, cream together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.

Add in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of lemon extract, mixing until fully combined.

Gradually incorporate 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking soda until smooth.

Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough into 1.5-inch balls and flatten slightly.

Place cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.

Bake for 9-12 minutes until edges are set and centers lose their glossy sheen.

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

In a mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened butter and 2 cups of powdered sugar until creamy.

Mix in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and add pink food coloring if desired.

Once cookies are cool, frost each with the prepared frosting.