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Lemon Curd Cookies

Indulge in these soft and chewy lemon curd cookies that offer a delightful burst of citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
  • powdered sugar for dusting Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, create an indentation in the center of each cookie.
  7. Fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon of lemon curd.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just golden.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional: Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for a firmer texture. For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough. Avoid overmixing the cookie dough to ensure they remain tender.