Description
Dive into the delightful world of Raspberry Lemonade Cookies! These soft, chewy cookies combine the tartness of fresh raspberries with the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for summer picnics or cozy afternoons at home, each bite offers a burst of refreshing goodness that will transport you straight to sunny days. Easy to make and sure to impress, these cookies are a must-try!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently incorporate fresh raspberries into the dough without crushing them.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dollops onto prepared baking sheets, spaced about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden; centers should remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg