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Lemon Curd Cookies Recipe

Lemon Curd Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Curd Cookies, where sweet and tangy flavors unite in a soft, bite-sized treat. Perfect for baby showers, weddings, or summer picnics, these charming cookies are not only visually appealing but also tantalizingly delicious. Each cookie is a thumbprint masterpiece filled with homemade lemon curd, making them a unique addition to any dessert table. Easy to make and sure to impress, you’ll fall in love with their refreshing taste and adorable presentation.


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 (for curd)
  • 3 egg yolks (for curd)
  • 1½ tablespoon corn starch (for curd)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in lemon zest, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and create an indentation using your thumb.
  5. For the lemon curd: Whisk lemon juice, egg yolks, sugar, corn starch, and zest in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in cold butter until melted.
  6. Fill each cookie indentation with warm lemon curd and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg