Stuffed Lemon Cookies: Easy, Zesty Treats for Every Occasion
Delight in these delicious stuffed lemon cookies that are perfect for any event or occasion. Their zesty flavor and sweet filling make them a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup lemon curd for filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill with lemon curd.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For extra flavor, you can add a dusting of powdered sugar on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg