Lemon-Cheese Pressed Cookies

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Bright, tangy shortbread cookies with a delicate lemon flavor and tender crumb.
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Lemon-Cheese Pressed Cookies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 372.6

Description

These Lemon-Cheese Pressed Cookies are a delightful fusion of tangy cream cheese and bright citrus notes. The dough is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of pantry staples. The addition of cream cheese gives the cookies a rich, tender texture that melts in your mouth, while the fresh lemon zest and juice provide a refreshing pop of flavor that cuts through the sweetness. Perfect for holiday parties, afternoon tea, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day. These cookies bake up quickly and hold their intricate pressed shapes beautifully, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh and enjoy the homemade charm they bring to any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg, grated lemon peel, and lemon juice until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  7. Fill a cookie press with about 1/4 of the dough at a time.
  8. Press desired shapes directly onto ungreased baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 372.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.4g64%
Saturated Fat 13.2g66%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 615.0mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 0.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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