Description
Lemon Raspberry Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with the sweetness of ripe raspberries. These sweet, chewy bites come together in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion—be it a family gathering, a picnic, or simply an indulgent snack! With their refreshing taste and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit among friends and family. Plus, they’re easily customizable to fit your dietary needs!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup frozen raspberries (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Stir in egg yolk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped frozen raspberries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden; sprinkle with flaked salt while warm.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg