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Lemon Curd Cookies

Soft, buttery shortbread cookies with a bright and tangy lemon curd center. These easy lemon desserts are perfect for using up fresh lemons and will disappear fast!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 Cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Lemon Curd

Method
 

Make the Cookies
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract, then slowly add flour and salt until dough forms.
Shape & Bake
  1. Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on baking sheet.
  2. Press a small indent into each cookie and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  3. Let cookies cool before filling.
Fill & Serve
  1. Spoon about a teaspoon of lemon curd into each cookie center.
  2. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
  3. Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for later!

Notes

Storage & Tips
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Freeze unfilled cookies for up to 3 months; add curd after thawing.
  • Use store-bought lemon curd if short on time.
  • For extra flavor, add a little almond extract or coconut to the dough.