Description
Sweet raspberry lemonade cookies offer a zesty burst of summer’s delight, blending tangy citrus with luscious berry notes. Crisp edges and tender centers promise a refreshing treat that will transport you to sunny afternoons with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Fruity Elements
- 3 tbsp raspberry powder
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup dried raspberries
Binding and Flavor Enhancers
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cookie dough.
- Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to ensure even distribution of moisture and flavor.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, creating a uniform dry mixture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Gently fold in raspberry powder, lemon zest, and crushed dried raspberries, distributing the fruity elements evenly throughout the dough.
- Add milk to adjust the dough’s consistency, ensuring it’s not too dry or sticky.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator to enhance flavor development and make it easier to handle.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of chilled dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn light golden and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the cookies to firm up and develop their full raspberry-lemon flavor profile.
Notes
- Achieving the perfect texture depends on not overmixing the dough, which can make cookies tough and dense.
- Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a vegan-friendly version that maintains moisture and softness.
- Enhance lemon flavor by adding an extra teaspoon of fresh lemon zest or a splash of lemon extract for more vibrant citrus notes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft and prevent them from becoming dry or crumbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg