Lemon Cream Cookies

Lemon cream cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Here's a recipe to make them:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Lemon Cream Filling:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 3-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

Lemon Cream Filling:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if needed. Set aside.

Lemon Cream Cookies:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
3. Add the lemon juice, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
7. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Assembly:

1. Once the cookies have cooled completely, spoon a small amount of lemon cream filling into the indentation of each cookie.
2. Dust the filled cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
3. Serve and enjoy your delicious lemon cream cookies!

These cookies are tangy, sweet, and wonderfully aromatic, making them a perfect treat for lemon lovers!