Lemon Sandwich Cookies with Strawberry Frosting
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon and sweet strawberry with these Lemon Sandwich Cookies with Strawberry Frosting. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a spring gathering or a cozy afternoon snack. With a refreshing citrus flavor that beautifully complements the creamy strawberry buttercream, they are sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and versatile in serving, these cookies will become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (219 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (112 grams) (softened but not starting to melt)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 8 ounces strawberries (226 grams) (cored)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (168 grams) (slightly softened, but not starting to melt)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (330–440 grams)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (15 ml) (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add lemon zest, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and egg; beat until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While cooling, prepare the strawberry frosting by blending strawberries with softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Once cookies are cool, spread frosting on one cookie and top with another to make sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie (40g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg