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Lemon Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Lemon Thumbprint Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Lemon Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat with a burst of tangy lemon curd in the center. They are buttery, tender, and perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 1/2 cup lemon curd
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until the dough comes together.
  5. Shape the dough: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Make indentations: Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to gently press an indentation into the center of each cookie.
  7. Fill the cookies: Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of lemon curd.
  8. Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

  • Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • You can use store-bought or homemade lemon curd.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg