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Lemon Raspberry Cookies

Lemon Raspberry Cookies that Brighten Your Day

Lemon Raspberry Cookies combine zesty lemon and tart raspberries in a light, chewy cookie that celebrates spring.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 cup Butter (room temperature) Softened
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Do not use egg white
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh preferred
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure is best
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Measured correctly
  • 1 cup Frozen Raspberries (chopped small) Keep frozen until use
  • to taste Flaked Salt (for sprinkling) Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheets
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine granulated sugar with lemon zest, rubbing them together.
  3. Add softened butter and brown sugar, then beat on medium-high until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add salt, baking powder, baking soda, and flour on low speed until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in chopped frozen raspberries to keep them intact.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the lined baking sheets and sprinkle flaked salt on top.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden brown; let cool slightly before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use frozen raspberries for best results and measure ingredients accurately for perfect texture.

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