Easter Egg Cookies: Easy and Delicious!

These Easter Egg Cookies are a festive, delightful treat that everyone will love. With a buttery shortcrust pastry and a tangy lemon cream filling, these cookies are perfect for Easter celebrations or any time you crave something sweet and citrusy. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cookies will bring joy to your table!

What Are Easter Egg Cookies?

Easter Egg Cookies are a fun twist on traditional cookies, shaped like Easter eggs and filled with a tangy lemon cream. These cookies are made from a rich shortcrust pastry and are sandwiched together with a creamy, lemon-flavored filling. A light dusting of powdered sugar on top completes these charming, bite-sized treats.

Why Everyone Will Love This Recipe

These Easter Egg Cookies are not only delicious but also a visual treat! The combination of a crisp shortcrust and smooth, zesty lemon cream makes them irresistible. The bright yellow color and the simple powdered sugar decoration make them perfect for Easter, adding a touch of sweetness to your holiday celebrations. They’re easy to make and look beautiful on any dessert platter.

Cooking Tips

• Chill the dough: Don’t skip the step of chilling the dough for 30 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out and help the cookies hold their shape during baking.
• Use a pastry cutter: A clean, egg-shaped pastry cutter will ensure uniformity in your cookies. For the ones with a hole, be sure to use a smaller round cutter.
• Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet filling, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the lemon cream.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Use a Different Flavor For the Cream?

While lemon is traditional, you can experiment with other citrus fruits like orange or lime to change the flavor of the cream. Just be sure to adjust the amount of zest and juice.

Can I Make the Dough in Advance?

Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days before rolling out and baking.

What if I Don’t Have Food Coloring?

If you prefer to skip the yellow food coloring, the cookies will still taste wonderful without it. The food coloring is just for visual appeal.

How Do I Prevent the Cookies From Spreading Too Much During Baking?

Make sure the dough is chilled before baking, and avoid handling the dough too much as it can warm up and cause spreading. Also, keep the cookies a consistent thickness when rolling them out.

How to Store

Store leftover Easter Egg Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will remain fresh for up to 3 days. If you'd like to keep them longer, you can store them in the fridge, though the texture may change slightly.

How to Freeze

These cookies freeze beautifully. Place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze them until solid. Then, transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag. They’ll stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Make Easter Egg Cookies

In a bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar. Add the butter and mix with your fingers until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the egg yolk, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Knead the mixture until you have a smooth, compact dough. Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.

In a saucepan, combine the water, lemon juice and zest, cornstarch, sugar, and food coloring.

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth cream. Set aside to cool.

After chilling, transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Use an egg-shaped pastry cutter to cut out cookies. For half of the cookies, use a smaller round cutter to make a hole in the center.

Place the cookies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake at 180°C (360°F) for about 15 minutes, or until golden around the edges.

Once the cookies have cooled, spread a teaspoon of lemon cream on the solid cookies. Place the cookies with holes on top, pressing gently to allow the cream to fill the center.

Dust the cookies with powdered sugar and arrange them on a serving dish. Enjoy!