Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of zesty lemon and sweet strawberries with these Lemon Strawberry Pound Cookies. Each bite delivers a soft, buttery texture that melts in your mouth, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are sure to bring smiles and sweet memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 cup chopped strawberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in lemon zest.
- Gently incorporate chopped strawberries into the dough.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg