Zesty Lemon Raspberry Bliss Cookies Recipe
These Lemon Raspberry Cookies are a delightful treat, combining zesty lemon flavor with fresh raspberries for a refreshing dessert. Perfect for any occasion, they are light, fluffy, and beautifully dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 whole lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ½ cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the raspberries gently to maintain their shape.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the dough and handle the raspberries gently.