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Lemon Icebox Rounds are a delightful American dessert that brings a refreshing citrus flavor to gatherings. Traditionally enjoyed during warmer months, these cookies are a fun twist on classic icebox cakes, incorporating layers of lemony cream between sweet cookies. Their popularity has spread beyond summer barbecues, making them a favorite for parties and potlucks year-round.

Ingredients

  • butter
  • sugar
  • brown sugar
  • lemon juice
  • lemon zest
  • vanilla extract
  • all-purpose flour
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • powdered sugar
  • milk
  • heavy cream
  • whipped cream
  • graham cracker crumbs
  • egg yolks
  • cream cheese
  • confectioners' sugar

Instructions

  1. 1Cream butter and sugars in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. 2Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  3. 3In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. 4Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. 5Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. 6Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. 7Roll dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. 8Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
  9. 9Bake until edges are golden, about 10-12 minutes.
  10. 10Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. 11In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar and mix well.
  12. 12Fold in whipped cream until combined.
  13. 13Spread cream cheese mixture between two cookies to form a sandwich.
  14. 14Roll the edges of the sandwich in graham cracker crumbs.
  15. 15Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

heavy cream

Healthier: Greek yogurt

Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

Healthier: ricotta cheese

Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

Techniques

creamingmixingbakingchilling

Equipment

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperwire rackwhiskspatularefrigerator
milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Lemon Icebox CookiesLemon Icebox Dessert

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. 3In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. 4Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. 5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. 6Pour the batter into a greased 8x8 inch baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. 7Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely in the pan.
  8. 8In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and add the Earl Grey tea leaves. Let steep for 10 minutes, then strain the cream to remove the leaves.
  9. 9Whip the infused cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  10. 10Once the squares are cooled, cut them into squares and top each with a dollop of the Earl Grey whipped cream.

Equipment

8x8 inch baking panmixing bowlswhisksaucepantoothpickspatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. 3Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. 4Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. 5Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
  6. 6Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. 7Roll out the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. 8Spread a layer of whipped cream over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  9. 9Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, using the parchment paper to help you. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for another hour.
  10. 10Once chilled, slice the log into pinwheels about 1/2 inch thick.
  11. 11Serve the pinwheels garnished with chocolate shavings.

Equipment

Mixing bowlWhiskRolling pinParchment paperPlastic wrapBaking sheetKnife

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