Lemon Cookies with Raspberry Curd: The Best Treat for Any Day
A delightful recipe for sweet and tangy lemon cookies topped with a luscious raspberry curd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raspberry curd
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before topping with raspberry curd.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of vanilla extract.
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Cookies, Raspberry Curd, Treats, Desserts