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Zesty Delight: Irresistible Lemon Raspberry Cookies That Brighten Your Day - Featured Image

Zesty Delight: Irresistible Lemon Raspberry Cookies That Brighten Your Day

Learn how to make delicious Lemon raspberry cookies. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a batch of these crowd-pleasers:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

If you don’t have fresh raspberries, feel free to use frozen ones—just make sure to thaw and drain them well. And if you’re out of lemons, lime zest and juice can offer a delightful twist!

Instructions

Let’s get baking! Here are the steps to create your own batch of Lemon Raspberry Cookies:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the raspberries, being careful not to crush them too much.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Remember, these cookies are a labor of love. Don’t worry if your kitchen gets a bit messy—it’s all part of the fun!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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