Description
A delightful treat combining tangy lemon and rich cream cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until everything is combined.
- For the filling, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Then, add the egg yolks and lemon juice and mix until well blended.
- Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls and place half of them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Create a small well in each ball of dough and spoon in the cream cheese filling.
- Top each filled well with another dough ball, sealing the edges to ensure the filling stays inside.
- Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature. Avoid overmixing for soft, chewy cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cookies, lemon, dessert, cream cheese, baking