LEMON DREAMS
A buttery cookie with a luscious lemon filling is simply hard to resist. Every time I serve these elegant cookies, I'm asked for the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each. , Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in lemon juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; gently stir in butter and lemon zest. Cool., Spoon 1/2 teaspoonful into each cookie. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Binyam Tewelde
[email protected]These were the perfect dessert for my summer party. They were light and refreshing, and everyone loved them.
Elite Chibuike
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but these Lemon Dreams were so easy to make, even I could do it! And they turned out delicious.
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[email protected]These were really easy to make, and they turned out so good! I'll definitely be making them again.
Jett Brooks
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my Lemon Dreams turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.
Roshambo Pierce
[email protected]These were a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. My husband loved them though, so I'll probably make them again for him.
NASASIRA BENSON
[email protected]I've made these Lemon Dreams several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Omar Atik
[email protected]These were a lot of work, but they were worth it! The end result was a beautiful and delicious dessert that everyone at my party loved.
Mixboi Shadow
[email protected]The crust was a bit soggy, but the filling was delicious. I think I'll try using a different crust next time.
Landiwe Kheswa
[email protected]These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Kakar kakar
[email protected]These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique combination of lemon and cream cheese. I'll definitely be making these again for my next gathering.
Joan O'Hickey
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but these Lemon Dreams changed my mind! The cream cheese filling was rich and creamy, and the lemon flavor was bright and refreshing. I'll definitely be making these again.
Roma Finest
[email protected]These were easy to make and so delicious! I used a pre-made pie crust to save time, and they still turned out great. The lemon filling was the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
mbabazi stephen
[email protected]Lemon Dreams lived up to their name! The combination of tangy lemon and sweet cream cheese was divine. I added a touch of vanilla extract for extra flavor, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved them!