Go Back
–+ servings
Lemon Raspberry Cookies

Lemon Raspberry Cookies: Sweet Chewy Bites in 30 Minutes

Lemon Raspberry Cookies are sweet, chewy delights that combine zesty lemon and ripe raspberries, ready in under 30 minutes.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh zest recommended
  • 1/2 cup Butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with white sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk omit the white for chewy center
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh juice ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt do not skip
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Frozen Raspberries chop into smaller pieces
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, mixing until fragrant.
  3. Add butter and brown sugar to the mixture and beat on medium-high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Incorporate egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until partially combined.
  6. Fold in chopped frozen raspberries gently with a spatula.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle with flaked salt.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  9. Let cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Avoid thawing raspberries to maintain texture. Over-mixing can lead to denser cookies. Bake until edges are golden for a perfect chewy center.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!