Description
Lemon Raspberry Cookies are a delightful treat combining zesty lemon flavor with the sweet tartness of fresh raspberries. These soft, buttery cookies are finished with a tangy lemon-raspberry glaze, making them perfect for afternoon snacks or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Fruit
- 1/2 cup raspberries, finely chopped
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons raspberry puree
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined to ensure proper rising and seasoning.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated, adding bright citrus flavor.
- Combine Dry with Wet: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Then gently fold in the finely chopped raspberries to distribute fruit evenly without breaking them down too much.
- Shape and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, signaling they are perfectly baked.
- Cool Cookies: Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack to set their shape and texture before glazing.
- Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, raspberry puree, and lemon juice to form a smooth glaze. Drizzle this over the cooled cookies for a sweet and tangy finish.
- Set Glaze: Let the glaze set at room temperature for several minutes before serving to allow it to firm up slightly.
Notes
- Finely chopping raspberries prevents large chunks that could cause dough to be overly moist.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the glaze.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best vibrant citrus flavor.
- Raspberry puree can be made by blending fresh or frozen raspberries and straining out seeds for a smooth glaze.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
