Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Blueberry Lemon Cookies Recipe – Sweet and Tangy Delight. These cookies perfectly blend the sweetness of fresh blueberries with the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a treat that’s light and refreshing. Ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to afternoon snacks, each cookie is a burst of flavor that’s sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and minimal prep time, even novice bakers can enjoy creating these delicious cookies. Plus, they are customizable with your favorite nuts or fruits for an added twist. Bake a batch today and experience a sweet tangy delight that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- For the glaze: 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until blueberries burst and mixture thickens (about 10 minutes). Let cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Spoon cooled blueberry mixture into the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor impact. Allow cookie dough to chill for easier handling if sticky. Experiment with different fruits like raspberries or nuts like walnuts for variety.