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Lemon Raspberry Cookies

Zesty Lemon Raspberry Cookies That Brighten Your Day

Delight in these Lemon Raspberry Cookies, a perfect balance of buttery softness and fruity brightness that will brighten any day.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest fresh is best
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Additions
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries fold in gently to keep intact

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest and lemon juice to infuse flavor.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in fresh raspberries.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh raspberries and avoid overmixing the dough to ensure tender cookies. If desired, freeze the dough for later use.

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