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Raspberry Lemonade Cookies


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for extra tang)

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Dough:

  1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Incorporate Lemon Zest and Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice (if using) until evenly distributed.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold in the chopped raspberries, being cautious not to break them up too much.

Bake the Cookies:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Shape the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies may appear slightly soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
  4. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Lemon Glaze:

  1. Mix the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the Glaze: Once the cookies have cooled completely, drizzle the glaze over the cookies. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24 cookies
  • Calories: 140 kcal
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 2g