Lemon Thumbprint Cookies

5 from 1 vote

These Lemon Thumbprint Cookies are soft shortbread cookies filled with a zesty lemon curd. This lemon lovers’ dream cookie is easy to make, and has a burst of citrus to brighten up any day.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: cookies

Calories: 97kcal

Author: Tammi

Ingredients

½ cup butter
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp lemon extract
1½ cup all purpose flour
2 tbsp cornstarch
¾ cup lemon curd

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper, and set it aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
Stir in the rest of the wet ingredients: the lemon juice and extracts.
Stir in the dry ingredients (flour and cornstarch), until a dough forms.
Roll the dough into 1 tablespoon balls and place about 2 inches apart on your cookie sheet, you will need to bake these in multiple batches.
Press a rounded teaspoon into the center and add about ½ teaspoon of the lemon curd in the center.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottom starts to golden slightly. Repeat until all of the dough is used up.
Allow to cool slightly, sprinkle with powdered sugar, then enjoy!Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Notes

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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