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Cream Cheese Filled Lemon Cannabis Cookies
Medically reviewed by Alexander Tabibi, MD
August 16, 2023
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12-15 minutes
DifficultyMedium
If you're a fan of lemon-flavored desserts and cannabis-infused treats, this recipe is definitely for you! These Cream Cheese Filled Lemon Cannabis Cookies are the perfect combination of tangy and sweet, with a hint of cannabis to add a little something extra to the mix. Keep in mind that the potency of these cookies will depend on the strength of your cannabis butter, so be sure to use a dosage that's right for you.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cannabis butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Going Step by Step
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the cannabis butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- In another bowl, mix together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Roll the cookie dough into balls, about 1 tablespoon each.
- Press your thumb into the center of each ball to create a small well.
- Fill each well with about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- 1Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Give it a try and enjoy!
Tips
- For a stronger cannabis flavor, add a little bit of cannabis extract to the cream cheese filling.
- If your cookie dough is too sticky to work with, refrigerate it for 30 minutes before rolling it into balls.
- Be sure to use softened cream cheese so that it’s easy to mix with the powdered sugar.
We are sure you are a perfect cook! Nonetheless, do remember to pay attention to the amount of Cream Cheese Filled Lemon Cannabis Cookies you consume: it should always be modified based on the strength of your product and the potency you desire. Dosing homemade edibles can be tricky, so it is strongly recommended to start with one portion of a serving. After one or two hours, listen to your body and decide whether to consume more. It is not recommended to drive or operate any machinery when taking edibles. Use responsibly!
