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UK Strawberry Cream–Filled Sandwich Cookies
Charming strawberry cream sandwich cookies – sweet, buttery, and oh so pretty. Perfect for Mother’s Day. In partnership with Country Living.
Ingredients
1 c. thawed frozen strawberries
2 c. confectioners' sugar
2 oz. cream cheese
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
Method
In a blender, puree strawberries.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk pureed strawberries, 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, and lemon juice until thickened and reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and butter.
Stir in remaining confectioners' sugar.
Stir in strawberry mixture, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
Place 1 scant tablespoon strawberry cream each on 18 shortbread rounds. Top each with another round. Chill until ready to serve.
