INGREDIENTS
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FOR THE COOKIE:1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup dark brown sugar1/4 cup granulated sugarGrated zest of 1 lemon1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg, preferably pasture-raised3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon
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FOR THE FILLING:2 tablespoons water7 tablespoons granulated sugar2 tablespoons heavy cream5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softenedPinch of kosher salt1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 ounces cream cheese