Lemon Raspberry Cookies: The Best Homemade Treat For You
Delight in the fresh flavors of lemon and raspberry with these homemade cookies that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the raspberries gently.
- Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on wire racks.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract to the dough.
- Make sure to handle the raspberries gently to prevent them from breaking apart.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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