Description
Lemon Raspberry Cookies: A Zesty & Sweet Treat Bursting with Flavor! These soft, chewy cookies combine tangy lemon and juicy raspberries for a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (lightly mashed)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice, mixing well.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually fold into wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in mashed raspberries without overmixing.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and scoop dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar (optional).
Notes
- Use fresh raspberries for best texture and flavor.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Add lemon extract for extra tang if desired.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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