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Lemon Curd Cookies

Lemon Curd Cookies: Soft, Buttery Treats with a Zesty Twist

Lemon Curd Cookies are soft, buttery treats with a zesty twist, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Curd
  • 0.5 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice Use for the best flavor
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest Can substitute with lime or orange zest
  • 4 large egg yolks Thickens the curd
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Cold, cubed
For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 0.25 teaspoon sea salt Can substitute with regular salt
  • 1 cups unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract is an alternative
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting, optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the lemon curd by whisking together lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, sugar, and salt over medium-low heat until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in cold, cubed butter until smooth. Refrigerate until firm.
  3. Prepare the cookie dough by whisking flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in egg yolk, vanilla, and lemon zest.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough into balls, create indentations, and bake until lightly golden.
  6. Fill cooled cookies with lemon curd and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Always use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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