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Lemon Curd Cookies

Lemon Curd Cookies
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Lemon Curd Cookies are delightful, tangy treats combining a melt-in-your-mouth buttery cookie dough with a luscious, citrusy lemon curd filling. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, these soft and tender cookies offer a bright burst of lemon flavor that makes them an irresistible snack or dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

For Lemon Curd

  • Fresh lemon juice (about 1/4 cup)
  • Fresh lemon zest (from 1-2 lemons)
  • Granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
  • Egg yolks (3 large)

For Cookie Dough

  • All-purpose flour (2 cups)
  • Unsalted butter, softened (1 cup or 2 sticks)
  • Granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
  • Egg yolks (2 large)
  • Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1/4 teaspoon)

Optional Garnish

  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Thin lemon zest curls
  • Finely chopped pistachios

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Lemon Curd: In a saucepan, combine fresh lemon juice, zest, sugar, and egg yolks. Whisk constantly over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a smooth, tangy curd. Remove from heat and set aside to cool completely before use.
  2. Make the Cookie Dough: Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks and mix until fully combined. Gradually fold in sifted flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to form a soft dough.
  3. Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them slightly. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with a spoonful of the cooled lemon curd.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Place the filled cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack. Optionally, dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming and a lighter dough texture.
  • Do not overfill with lemon curd to avoid soggy cookies or spillover during baking.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too soft to handle easily.
  • Use fresh lemons for the best brightness and flavor in the curd.
  • Monitor baking time closely; remove cookies once edges turn golden to keep centers soft and chewy.

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Keywords: lemon curd cookies, lemon cookies, citrus cookies, tangy cookies, soft cookies, buttery cookies, dessert cookies

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