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Lemon Cookie Sandwiches

Lemon Cookie Sandwiches that Brighten Your Day with Flavor

Delight in these Lemon Cookie Sandwiches, featuring zesty lemon cookies with a luscious cream cheese filling that brighten your day!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 16 tbsp unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture; substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1.25 cups sugar Sweetens the cookies; can use coconut sugar for a more caramel-like flavor.
  • 2 small size lemons, zested Adds fresh lemon flavor; ensures cookies are zesty.
  • 1 whole egg, room temp Binds ingredients together; substitute with ground flaxseed for a vegan option.
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice, separated Enhances lemon flavor; use fresh squeezed for best results.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor; can omit if desired.
  • 2.67 cups flour Provides structure; use a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Helps cookies rise.
  • 1 tsp baking powder Contributes to the rising effect.
  • 0.25 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Base for the filling; can use a vegan cream cheese alternative.
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter (for filling) Adds body to the cream filling; margarine can substitute.
  • 0.5 lemon zested Intensifies lemon flavor in the filling.
  • 1 splash lemon juice Adds acidity to the filling.
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the filling; adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream Makes the filling richer; substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for final dusting) Adds extra sweetness on the outside of the cookies.
  • 3 tbsp milk Adjusts the consistency of the cream filling; use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 16 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter and 1 ¼ cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 room temperature egg, the zest of 2 small lemons, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture, and mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 2 ⅔ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
  7. Once baked, cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, the zest of ½ lemon, a splash of lemon juice, and 3 ½ to 4 cups of powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  9. Spread a generous dollop of the cream cheese filling on the bottom side of one cooled cookie, then top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
  10. Dust the assembled sandwiches with powdered sugar before serving for a sweet presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing. Adjust lemon flavor to your preference.

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