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Lemon Sandwich Cookies with Strawberry Frosting Recipe Delight

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These Lemon Sandwich Cookies with Strawberry Frosting are a perfect balance of zesty lemon flavor and sweet strawberry goodness. A delightful treat that will brighten your day and impress your guests!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 lemon (zest)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup pureed strawberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Strawberries (fresh or frozen, for frosting)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add in 1 large egg and the zest of 1 lemon, mixing until well combined.
  3. Pour in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and mix again.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 2 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Add in 1/4 cup pureed strawberries and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
  11. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of strawberry frosting on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie, flat side down. Gently press together to create a sandwich.

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Keywords: If the dough seems too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before baking. For an extra touch, sprinkle some lemon zest on top of the frosting before placing the top cookie.

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