Description

Indulge in the refreshing delight of Lemon Curd Cookies, a perfect treat for lemon lovers. These cookies blend the sweetness of soft sugar cookies with the tangy brightness of homemade lemon curd, creating an irresistible flavor combination. Ideal for any occasion—be it weddings, baby showers, or summer parties—these lovely thumbprint cookies not only brighten your dessert table but also offer a burst of citrus goodness in every bite. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up a batch that is sure to impress family and friends.

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
1½ tablespoon corn starch
1/4 cup butter (cold and cubed)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add lemon zest, then eggs one at a time, mixing well.
Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Form tablespoon-sized balls of dough, place on baking sheets, and create an indentation in each.
Prepare lemon curd by cooking lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan; stir until thickened before mixing in egg yolks and cold butter.
Fill each cookie indentation with lemon curd and bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 25mg