Description
Lemon Curd Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with a soft, buttery cookie base. Perfect for any gathering, from baby showers to summer parties, these cookies are not just visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. Each bite offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and tartness, thanks to the homemade lemon curd nestled in the center. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1¼ cups sugar (for curd)
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon curd by whisking together lemon juice, egg yolks, sugar, and corn starch in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until thickened, then remove from heat and mix in lemon zest and cold butter. Allow it to cool.
- For the cookie dough, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add lemon zest, eggs one at a time, and vanilla extract. In another bowl, mix flour with salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and create indents for the lemon curd.
- Bake cookies for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool slightly before filling each indent with lemon curd.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg