Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Blueberry Cookies—a delightful treat that marries the tangy zest of lemon with the sweetness of blueberries. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are an irresistible addition to any gathering or a sweet snack for yourself. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these flavorful gems. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk, paired with tea, or crumbled over ice cream, they are sure to please everyone’s palate. Let your kitchen fill with the aromatic blend of citrus and berries as you whip up a batch that’s perfect for sharing or savoring alone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried blueberries (chopped)
- 1/4 cup coarse sanding sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, combine sugars and lemon zest; massage zest into sugars.
- Add softened butter and cream until fluffy.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl; gradually add to wet mixture.
- Gently fold in chopped blueberries.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop dough balls, roll in sanding sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-9 minutes until edges are golden; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg