Description
Enjoy these delicious lemon cream cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, along with vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with additional lemon zest and juice until soft peaks form.
- Cool cookies completely, sandwich filling between pairs, sprinkle brown sugar on top, and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.
Notes
- These cookies are best served fresh and can be stored in an airtight container.
- For a richer flavor, chill the filling before using it.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg