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Two lemon curd cookies stacked with one missing a bite showing the gooey lemon curd and soft butter cookie texture.

Lemon Curd Cookies

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Soft, buttery lemon curd cookies with a bright, tangy center. An easy, elegant cookie perfect for spring baking or afternoon coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 20 Cookies
Course: Dessert

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup 115 g unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups 180 g all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup 120 g lemon curd

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and soft.
  3. Add egg and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into small balls and place on baking sheet.
  6. Gently press a small indentation into the center of each cookie.
  7. Fill each center with a small spoonful of lemon curd.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Use a thicker lemon curd for best results
  • Do not overfill the centers to prevent spreading
  • Slightly underbake for softer cookies
  • Dust with powdered sugar after cooling for a soft finish

Disclaimer: I am not a certified nutritionist. Nutrition facts are calculated using an automated database of common ingredients and are intended as an estimate only. Variations can occur depending on product brands, measuring methods, and ingredient swaps.

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