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Lemon Raspberry Cookies

Bright Lemon Raspberry Cookies that Will Steal Your Heart

Delight your taste buds with these Lemon Raspberry Cookies that feature a perfect balance of zesty lemon and sweet-tart raspberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened but not melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar For sweetness
  • 2 large Large Eggs Add one at a time
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • Zest from 2-3 large lemons Lemon Zest Enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift and measure accurately
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1-1.5 cups Chopped Frozen Raspberries Use frozen to prevent excess juice
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetness
  • 1-2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice For brightness

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather tools and prepare ingredients. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Blend in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients on low speed.
  4. Fold in the chopped frozen raspberries gently.
  5. Drop dough onto baking sheets, bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. For optional glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Glaze cookies once cooled and allow glaze to set.
  9. Store cookies in an airtight container or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use frozen raspberries to prevent sogginess and ensure butter is softened properly for best results.

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