Description
These Soft and Chewy Lemon Sandwich Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With fresh lemon juice and zest, the cookies deliver a refreshing flavor combined with a creamy frosting. They are simple to make and great for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plugrà unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest, packed (about 2 large lemons)
- ½ tsp lemon extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tbsp cornstarch
- ¾ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar for rolling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup plugrà unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp lemon extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer bowl, rub granulated sugar with lemon zest to release oils.
- Cream the Plugrà butter with the lemon-sugar mixture and brown sugar on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the egg and egg yolk one at a time, mixing well after each. Then add lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon extract, and vanilla. Mix until just combined, slight curdling is normal.
- Mix in dry ingredients on low until the flour is just incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 325°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop 1.5 tablespoon balls of dough, roll smooth, and then roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 11 minutes until the edges are set and centers appear slightly underdone.
- If cookies spread excessively, use a round cutter to reshape them immediately after baking while they're still warm.
- Allow to cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving the right texture. Choose a chilling method that fits your schedule.
Store the cookies in an airtight container for freshness or freeze them for longer storage.
For added flavor, consider using different citrus zest in the frosting if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg