Lemon Cookies with Raspberry Curd: A Refreshing Twist for Home Bakers
Enjoy the zesty flavor of lemon paired with the sweetness of raspberry curd in these delightful cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 cup raspberry curd
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, then stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a baking sheet.
- Make a small well in the center of each cookie and fill with raspberry curd.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, add more lemon zest.
- You can substitute the raspberry curd with other fruit curds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Lemon Cookies, Raspberry Curd, Baking, Cookies, Desserts