Brighten your day with these delightful Raspberry Lemon Cookies! Bursting with fresh flavors, these cookies combine zesty lemon and sweet raspberries for a refreshing treat that’s perfect any time of year. Let’s bake some sunshine!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Servings: About 24 cookies
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, being careful not to crush them.
7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these scrumptious Raspberry Lemon Cookies with a cup of tea or lemonade! They’re a sweet and tangy treat that’s sure to brighten your day! 🍵❤️🌟