Name: Lemon Filling Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 0 teaspoon baking soda; 0 teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; zest of 1 lemon (fresh zest for maximum flavor); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for filling); zest of 1 lemon (for filling, fresh zest for maximum flavor)

Description

Delicious lemon-filled cookies perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
0 teaspoon baking soda
0 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
zest of 1 lemon (fresh zest for maximum flavor)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for filling)
zest of 1 lemon (for filling, fresh zest for maximum flavor)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and thick.
Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place about a teaspoon of filling in the center and fold the dough over, rolling it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust them with extra powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

For maximum flavor, use fresh lemon zest.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg