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Raspberry Lemonade Cookies

Raspberry Lemonade Cookies for a Joyful Summer Treat

Delightful Raspberry Lemonade Cookies blend zesty lemon and sweet raspberries, creating the perfect summer treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Sea salt can offer a different flavor profile.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar Can reduce for a less sweet treat.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar All granulated sugar can be used.
  • 1 large egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries Frozen raspberries are a substitute; adjust baking time.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Optional but recommended for more flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup of unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of brown sugar for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg, ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh raspberries with a spatula.
  7. Drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easier creaming. Handle fresh raspberries gently to avoid mashing.

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