Description
Lemon blueberry cookies are a delightful summer treat that perfectly blend the tartness of fresh lemons with the sweetness of wild blueberries. Each cookie has a chewy center and crispy edges, while a dusting of zesty lemon sugar adds an extra burst of flavor. These cookies are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to be enjoyed as snacks, desserts, or gifts. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or simply indulging in a sweet moment at home, these cookies bring a refreshing taste that will brighten any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/4 cups white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup wild frozen blueberries
- For the lemon sugar coating: 1/2 cup white granulated sugar, 2 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest, egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the wild frozen blueberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- For the lemon sugar coating, mix together white granulated sugar and lemon zest; sprinkle over each cookie before baking.
- Bake for about 17 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemons for an optimal flavor boost. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture. Customize by adding nuts or other citrus juices like lime or orange.