Lemon Raspberry Cookies: The Best Easy Treat for Any Occasion
Delightfully tangy and sweet, these Lemon Raspberry Cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, drizzle with a lemon glaze after baking.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg