Lemon Thumbprint Cookies with White Chocolate Ganache
Thumbprint cookies are believed to have originated in Sweden and are traditionally filled with fruit preserves.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Lemon Thumbprint Cookies with White Chocolate Ganache
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
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Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and heavy cream together, stirring until smooth.
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Spoon the white chocolate ganache into the thumbprint indentations of the cookies.
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Allow the ganache to set for 20-30 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy your delicious Lemon Thumbprint Cookies with White Chocolate Ganache!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
