Description
Lemon thumbprint cookies are delightful treats that deliver a burst of zesty flavor with every bite. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are filled with a luscious lemon curd, making them perfect for spring gatherings or cozy afternoons with tea. Their charming appearance and irresistible taste will surely impress your guests. Easy to make and enjoyable fresh out of the oven or later, these cookies are a must-try recipe that brings sunshine to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup lemon curd (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Mix in the lemon zest and egg yolk until fully combined, then add the lemon juice, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined—do not overmix.
- Scoop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and gently press your thumb into each mound to create an indentation.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are slightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before filling each thumbprint with lemon curd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg