Description
Delightful Lemon Raspberry Cookies that perfectly blend zesty lemon and juicy raspberries, offering a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Cooking alternatives: Use an air fryer preheated to 325°F (163°C) for quicker baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cookies, lemon, raspberry, dessert, summer treats