🥥 Heavenly Coconut Lemon Curd Cookies 🍋

"A Bite of Bliss for Every Family Gathering!"

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- Extra shredded coconut for topping

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball.
7. Fill each thumbprint with lemon curd and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden around the edges.
9. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with additional coconut. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 180 kcal per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For an extra lemony kick, mix a teaspoon of lemon zest into your cookie dough.
- Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
- Toasting the coconut before baking enhances its flavor and adds a delightful crunch.

⏳ Preparation Time 🍰
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: Makes 24 cookies

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