Dive into the zesty world of our Citrus Delight Lemon Cheesecake Cookies, which blend the crispness of a cookie with the creamy, tangy goodness of a lemon cheesecake. These treats feature a buttery base topped with a smooth lemon-infused cheesecake layer, making each bite a burst of fresh lemon flavor complemented by a delightful sweetness.
Why You'll Love This Recipe: These cookies offer a perfect balance of tart and sweet, with the rich flavor of lemon zest and juice permeating through. The contrast between the crunchy base and the creamy topping provides a satisfying texture. It’s an innovative twist on classic flavors that lemon lovers will surely appreciate.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for spring and summer gatherings, garden parties, or as a refreshing dessert after a hearty meal. They are also perfect for tea parties or as a sophisticated treat for bridal showers or birthdays.
Decoration Tips: Before serving, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant look. For a more colorful presentation, garnish with a small twist of lemon zest or a thin slice of lemon atop each cookie.
- Ingredients:
- For the base:
- 150 g of flour
- 50 g of sugar
- 125 g of butter
- Zest of one lemon
- For the filling:
- 125 g of cream cheese
- 120 g of sugar
- 10 g of vanilla sugar
- 20 g of cornstarch
- 90 ml of lemon or lime juice
- 3 large eggs
- For the base:
- Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line a baking mold with parchment and grease with butter.
- For the base, combine flour, sugar, lemon zest, and cold, cubed butter in a bowl. Rub together to form a crumbly texture. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared mold and bake for 10 minutes.
- For the filling, blend cream cheese, sugar, vanilla sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and eggs using an immersion blender until smooth. Pour over the baked base.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Allow to cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
Enjoy your refreshing and delectable Citrus Delight Lemon Cheesecake Cookies!
