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Stack of three lemon curd shortbread cookies on a wooden board.

Lemon Curd Shortbread Cookies

Delightful shortbread cookies filled with tangy lemon curd. These cookies are perfect for afternoon tea or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
Filling & Decoration
  • 1/2 cup lemon curd store-bought or homemade
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add salt and mix.
  4. Gradually add flour, mix until just combined.
  5. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
  6. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
  7. Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
  9. Cool on baking sheet, then transfer to wire rack.
  10. Spread lemon curd on half of the cookies.
  11. Top with remaining cookies to make sandwiches.
  12. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use European-style butter.