Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Curd Cookies, a perfect treat for any lemon enthusiast! These charming cookies feature a soft sugar cookie base filled with tangy homemade lemon curd, creating a refreshing burst of citrus flavor. Ideal for baby showers, weddings, or summer parties, they are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. The combination of sweet and tart flavors makes these bite-sized delights an unforgettable addition to your dessert table. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can whip up these gourmet cookies effortlessly. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

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1 cup butter (room temperature)
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup lemon juice
3 egg yolks
1 cup sugar
1½ tablespoon corn starch
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1/4 cup butter (cold and cubed)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in lemon zest, eggs, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
Roll dough into balls and create an indent in each ball.
Prepare the lemon curd by cooking lemon juice, egg yolks, sugar, corn starch, and lemon zest over medium heat until thickened.
Fill indents with lemon curd and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
Cool on wire racks before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 25mg