Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (gluten-free can be used, texture changes)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (plant-based if vegan)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg or flaxseed egg for vegan (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest, fresh
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup lemon curd for filling
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar for topping and caramelization
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract; stir until fully combined.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt separately, then gradually fold into wet mixture to form soft dough.
- Scoop 1 tbsp dough, roll into ball, place on lined baking sheet.
- Press small well into center of each ball and fill with 1 tsp lemon curd.
- Bake 12–14 minutes until edges lightly golden. Cool on sheet then transfer to wire rack.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar on top and torch lightly for brûlée finish. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Chill lemon curd before filling to help hold shape.
- Broil if no torch available.
- Store in airtight container or freeze for later. Let come to room temp before eating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian