Description
Lemon Raspberry Cookies are a delightful blend of zesty lemon and sweet-tart raspberries, creating the perfect treat for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies are incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for novice bakers looking to impress. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or need a quick snack, these vibrant cookies will surely brighten your day. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a batch of delicious cookies ready in no time. Plus, they’re versatile enough to pair beautifully with tea or as a refreshing dessert at picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large lemon (zest)
- ¾ cup frozen raspberries (chopped small)
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- Flaked salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar with lemon zest, then add room temperature butter and brown sugar. Cream until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually add salt, baking powder, baking soda, and flour until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chopped frozen raspberries.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly and sprinkling lightly with flaked salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden; cool slightly on the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg