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To 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and ¾ cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial as it determines the texture of your cookies.
Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Over-mixing can result in tough cookies.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly with your fingers.
Create a small indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a spoon. Fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon of lemon curd.
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake; you want them to remain soft and chewy in the center.
Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the tops with the remaining 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar on top of each cookie until golden brown and crisp. Allow the cookies to cool slightly before enjoying.