Description
Delight your taste buds with these soft and flavorful Blueberry Lemon Cookies. The perfect blend of sweet and tangy, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Additional:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen, do not thaw)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, to help prevent bleeding if using frozen berries)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and stir to form a dough.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in blueberries. Toss in cornstarch if using frozen berries.
- Bake: Scoop dough onto baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add lemon extract or a lemon glaze.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
