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Lemon Raspberry Cookies


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 44 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cookies combining zesty lemon and sweet raspberries, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons (about 3 tablespoons juice)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) raspberries
  • Optional: 1/2 cup powdered sugar + 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg yolks, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  6. Fold in the raspberries gently to keep them intact.
  7. Divide the dough into 2 logs (5-6 inches long), wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
  8. Slice into 1/4-inch rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool slightly on the sheets, then transfer to wire racks.
  11. Whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth for the glaze, then drizzle over the cooled cookies.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature or refrigerate for two weeks.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg