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My Melting Moments cookies are pure magic little bites of buttery shortbread filled with bright lemon frosting. They really do melt right in your mouth just like their name suggests. Every time I make these delicate treats they disappear in minutes especially during afternoon tea.
Why These Are Special
There's something wonderful about how these cookies just dissolve on your tongue leaving behind that perfect balance of butter and tangy lemon. They look so dainty but they're actually quite simple to make. I love watching people's faces light up when they take their first bite.
What You'll Need
- Flour: All purpose flour for the base.
- Cornflour: It makes them extra tender.
- Butter: Good unsalted butter at room temp.
- Icing Sugar: For sweetness.
- Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract.
- Lemon: Fresh lemon zest and juice for that perfect tang.
Let's Make These Together
- Mix the Dough
- Beat butter, icing sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Mix in flour and cornflour gently to form a soft dough.
- Shape and Bake
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls and press with a floured fork. Bake at 180°C for 15 minutes until pale gold.
- Make the Filling
- While cookies cool, whip up lemon frosting until creamy and smooth.
- Assemble
- Sandwich two cookies together with frosting. Chill in the fridge to set.
My Best Tips
Always use room temperature butter it makes such a difference in the mixing. Let those cookies cool completely before filling or your frosting will melt. I love using a piping bag for the filling makes them look extra pretty and keeps things neat.
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Mix It Up
Sometimes I swap the lemon for passionfruit or orange just as delicious. Need gluten free? Use your favorite one-to-one flour blend. A tiny bit of almond extract in the dough adds such lovely flavor.
Perfect Partners
These cookies were made for afternoon tea. I arrange them on my prettiest cake stand sometimes pack them in pretty boxes for gifts. A cold glass of milk or hot coffee alongside pure heaven.
Keep Them Fresh
Store your Melting Moments in an airtight container they'll stay perfect for 5 days at room temp. Pop them in the fridge if you want them to last longer just let them come back to room temperature before serving that frosting gets best when it's soft.
Success Tips
Be gentle when kneading your dough too much work makes tough cookies. I use my small cookie scoop for even portions they bake up perfectly that way. Always sift your dry ingredients it's worth the extra step for silky smooth dough and frosting.
Make Them Look Special
A light dusting of powdered sugar makes these look so elegant. During holidays I drizzle white chocolate over top they look like little snow covered treats.
Perfect For Any Occasion
These Melting Moments are my go-to for everything from birthday parties to holiday gatherings. They dress up any dessert table and bring that special homemade touch. I love making them for afternoon tea parties they feel so elegant.
What to Drink
Earl Grey tea and these cookies were made for each other. A frothy cappuccino works beautifully too. During holidays I serve them with spiced cider or mulled wine the warm spices complement that buttery lemon flavor perfectly.
Make Them Your Own
Try adding cardamom or ginger to the dough for warmth. Sometimes I mix ground almonds into the cookies use almond buttercream for filling. Each little twist makes them feel new again.
Why Everyone Loves These
That magical moment when these cookies just melt away leaving behind their sweet lemony flavor gets everyone hooked. They bring back memories of grandma's kitchen for some people while others discover them for the first time. Either way they never fail to make people smile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → What type of icing sugar should I use?
- Use soft icing sugar or icing sugar mixture, not pure icing sugar which sets too hard. Look for ingredients that include cornflour or tapioca.
- → How should I store these cookies?
- Keep in airtight container 4-5 days. Store in fridge but serve at room temperature. Can keep in pantry if weather is cool.
- → Why refrigerate after filling?
- The hour of chilling helps set the frosting so it doesn't squish out when eating. Let come to room temp before serving.
- → Can I make smaller cookies?
- Yes, you can make them smaller than the recipe size of 6cm diameter. Adjust baking time slightly for smaller cookies.
- → Can I use different fillings?
- Yes, the recipe includes both lemon and passionfruit filling options. Use fresh passionfruit pulp, not canned.
Conclusion
Melting Moments are traditional Australian sandwich cookies known for their delicate, buttery texture and delightful lemon buttercream filling. These shortbread-style cookies are a beloved treat that truly lives up to their name by melting in your mouth.