Description
Celebrate the season with Summer Solstice Sun Cookies with Lemon Curd, a zesty treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite! These delightful cookies are visually appealing and burst with refreshing lemon flavor, making them perfect for summer gatherings or a simple afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 1 Egg
- 2 tbsp Lemon Zest
- 1/2 cup Lemon Curd
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients and preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures an even distribution of the leavening agent.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This step is crucial as it incorporates air into the mixture, giving your cookies a lovely texture.
- Add Egg and Lemon Zest: Beat in the egg and lemon zest to the butter-sugar mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Fill: Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, spoon or pipe lemon curd onto the center of half the cookies and top with the remaining cookies to create delightful sandwich cookies.
Notes
- Chill the Dough: If the dough feels too soft, chill it for 30 minutes before baking to help maintain shape.
- Use Fresh Lemons: For the best flavor, use fresh lemons for zest and curd rather than bottled alternatives.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on your cookies; they should be soft in the center upon removing from the oven.
- Experiment with Fillings: Try different fillings like raspberry jam or cream cheese for a tasty twist.
- Store Properly: To keep the cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Summer Solstice, Cookies, Lemon Curd, Summer Treats