Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of making Lemon Curd Cookies, a perfect blend of zesty lemon flavor and sweet goodness. These cookies feature a soft sugar cookie base with a tangy lemon curd filling that offers a refreshing twist. Ideal for any occasion, from summer picnics to elegant weddings, these charming treats not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this irresistible dessert that will impress family and friends alike. Brighten your gatherings with these luscious lemon bites!

Ingredients

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1 cup butter (room temperature)
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 large eggs (room temperature)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup lemon juice
3 egg yolks
1 cup sugar (for curd filling)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in lemon zest, eggs, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients until mixed.
Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions into balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Make indentations for the lemon curd filling.
For the filling, simmer lemon juice, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan until thickened. Stir in cold butter until melted.
Fill each indentation with lemon curd and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
Calories: 140
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg