Irresistible Lemon Blueberry Cookies Recipe
These irresistible lemon blueberry cookies are soft, flavorful, and bursting with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon. Perfect for a sweet snack or a delightful dessert, these cookies combine a tender crumb with refreshing citrus notes, making them a favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later incorporation into the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with the granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your cookie dough.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until everything is thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the dough to evenly distribute them without crushing.
- Shape Cookies on Baking Sheets: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are golden around the edges but remain soft in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack or serving platter. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute blueberries with raspberries or strawberries.
- Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Use almond extract instead of lemon zest for a different flavor variation.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
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