Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Raspberry Cookies—an irresistible treat that balances the zesty brightness of lemon with the sweetness of fresh raspberries. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual snack or a festive gathering. Their unique sweet and tart combination is sure to impress your family and friends. Whip up a batch today and enjoy these refreshing delights any time of year!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large lemon (zested)
- ½ cup butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup frozen raspberries (chopped small)
- Flaked salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, mixing well to release the oils.
- Add room temperature butter and brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice into the mixture until combined.
- Gradually mix in salt, baking powder, baking soda, and flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in chopped frozen raspberries.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Sprinkle flaked salt on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg