Lemon Curd Cookies (Print View)

Bright, buttery cookies filled with tangy lemon curd for the perfect sweet and zesty balance.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg yolk
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Filling

07 - 1/2 cup lemon curd

→ Finishing

08 - Powdered sugar for dusting

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Mix in egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
04 - Gradually incorporate flour and salt until dough just comes together.
05 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet.
06 - Press center of each ball with thumb or spoon to form a well.
07 - Spoon 1/2 teaspoon lemon curd into each indentation.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges begin to turn golden.
09 - Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The way the tart lemon cuts through the buttery cookie creates that perfect sweet and tangy moment
  • They look impressive but are actually one of the easiest cookies you will ever make
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  • Do not overfill the indentations or the lemon curd will bubble over and burn in the oven
  • The cookies will look underbaked when you take them out but they firm up as they cool
03 -
  • Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels too sticky to work with
  • Warm the lemon curd slightly before filling to make it easier to spoon

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