Description

Bite into the zesty magic of these Stuffed Lemon Cookies – a delightful combination of soft, tangy lemon cookie dough wrapped around a creamy, sweet filling. Perfect for citrus lovers and anyone craving a refreshing twist on a classic treat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

For the Filling: 4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest for the filling until smooth and creamy.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and flatten them slightly with your hands. Place a small spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center of each piece of dough, then fold the edges of the dough over to seal the filling inside.
Roll each cookie dough ball in powdered sugar and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

If you're feeling adventurous, try adding lemon curd for an extra burst of tang to the filling.

For a unique twist, you can use a mix of citrus zest like lime or orange in the dough.

To add crunch, consider sprinkling finely chopped pistachios or almonds into the dough before sealing the filling.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften them, or enjoy cold straight from the fridge!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 200
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg