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Lemon Poppy Seed Thumbprint Cookies
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Lemon Poppy Seed Thumbprint Cookies

These Lemon Poppy Seed Thumbprint Cookies are a fun and easy treat to make this holiday season. Store-bought lemon curd does all the work!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 20
Author: Jonathan Melendez

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand or hand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Cookie scoop

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup lemon curd

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the egg, oil, lemon zest and vanilla and stir until smooth
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds and salt. Gradually beat into the butter mixture until well combined.
  • Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place onto the prepared baking sheets, about 1-inch apart. Press a deep indentation in the center of each with the end of a wooden spoon handle. Fill with the lemon curd.
  • Bake until lightly golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store leftovers in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days. Or you can freeze cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. Thaw before eating. Enjoy!