Description
Hello, lemon lovers! Welcome to a baking adventure filled with zesty, citrusy goodness—your taste buds are about to meet their new favorite treat: Luscious Lemon Heaven Cookies 🍋🍪. These cookies are a burst of sunshine in every bite, with a soft, buttery base topped with luscious lemon curd and drizzled in creamy white chocolate. If you’re a fan of fresh, vibrant flavors and crave a sweet treat that’s equal parts refreshing and indulgent, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe together and bring a bit of lemony brightness to your day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Optional substitutions:
- For a dairy-free option, substitute coconut oil or vegan butter for regular butter.
- For a gluten-free version, replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
These ingredients come together to create a soft, chewy cookie with a delightful balance of lemony zing and creamy sweetness, ensuring each bite is pure bliss.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—this should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Form the cookie dough: Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Gently flatten each ball and use your thumb to create a small indentation in the center.
- Add the lemon curd: Spoon a small amount of lemon curd into each indentation, being careful not to overfill.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Prepare the white chocolate drizzle: While the cookies are baking, melt the white chocolate chips and heavy cream together in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring each time until smooth.
- Decorate and cool: Once the cookies have cooled completely, drizzle the melted white chocolate over each cookie and add a final drizzle of lemon curd for a pop of color and flavor.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Use room temperature ingredients: This helps the ingredients mix more smoothly, resulting in a more uniform texture.
- Avoid over-baking: These cookies should be slightly soft in the center for a chewy texture, so keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven once the edges are lightly golden.
- Experiment with lemon curd: If you love an extra tangy flavor, try adding a bit more lemon curd after baking or mixing a dash of lemon zest into the dough.