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Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies! This irresistible treat features a soft, thick cookie base infused with zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds, topped with a luscious cheesecake frosting that adds a creamy finish. Perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to festive celebrations—these cookies will impress everyone with their vibrant flavor and beautiful presentation. With easy-to-follow instructions and common ingredients, even novice bakers can whip up this delicious dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 110 g butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 210 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 200 g cream cheese (cold)
  • 75 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp agave or honey
  • 120 g heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add lemon zest, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just mixed.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
  5. For the frosting, beat cold cream cheese with vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Once cookies are cool, frost generously with the cheesecake mixture.

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