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Lemon Thumbprint Cookies

Lemon Thumbprint Cookies: The Best Easy Treat for Your Sweet Tooth

  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and easy-to-make treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings with a zesty lemon flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon curd

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Mix in the flour and salt until just combined.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest, and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Form small balls of dough and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Make a small indentation in each ball of dough with your thumb.
  7. Fill each indentation with lemon curd.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a sweeter cookie, add more powdered sugar to the dough.
  • Top with additional lemon zest for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 cookies
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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