Description
Lemon Blueberry Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with juicy blueberries, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. These soft and chewy cookies are not only easy to make but also ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even beginner bakers can enjoy the process of whipping up a batch of these delicious cookies in no time. The addition of coarse sanding sugar gives them an appealing finish while enhancing the texture. Serve them fresh with a cup of tea or as part of a dessert platter to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Light brown sugar
- Fresh lemon zest
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Cream of tartar
- Kosher salt
- Freeze-dried blueberries
- Coarse sanding sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, combine sugars and lemon zest; mix until fragrant.
- Add room temperature butter; cream until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture without overmixing.
- Gently fold in freeze-dried blueberries.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before scooping into balls and rolling in coarse sanding sugar.
- Bake for 8–9 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain puffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg