To Bake the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add in the lemon juice and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Scoop the dough into small, evenly sized balls, roll them in the extra 1/2 cup sugar, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Lightly press down on each cookie with your fingers or the back of a spoon to flatten slightly.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and just lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.