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Lemon Meringue Pie Sugar Cookies

Lemon Meringue Pie Sugar Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Meringue Pie Sugar Cookies, a treat that captures the essence of sunny orchards and sweet nostalgia. Each cookie is a perfect harmony of soft sugar cookie base, zesty lemon curd, and fluffy vegan marshmallows fluff, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re brightening up a gathering or treating yourself to a sweet escape, these cookies promise joy with their vibrant taste and airy textures. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe will leave your friends and family asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cups brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp lemon extract (OPTIONAL)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup vegan vegan marshmallows fluff (plus more for topping)
  • 4 tablespoons lemon curd (plus more for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add in one whole egg and an egg yolk along with vanilla extract and optional lemon extract; mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently swirl in dollops of lemon curd and vegan marshmallows fluff.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours.
  8. Bake for 10-13 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
  9. Let cool slightly before adding more lemon curd and vegan marshmallows fluff on top.

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