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Blueberry Lemon Cookies with lemon zest and blueberries

Blueberry Lemon Cookies 🍋


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  • Author: ava salmon
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, chewy, and refreshing, these Blueberry Lemon Cookies combine zesty citrus with juicy blueberries for a bright and delicious treat. Perfect for spring picnics, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • (Optional) ½ cup white chocolate chips or glaze drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  5. Slowly add dry mixture into wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in blueberries (and chocolate chips if using).
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheet.
  8. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before serving or glazing.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if you want thicker cookies.
  • Toss blueberries in flour before folding to prevent sinking.
  • Add a drizzle of lemon glaze or dust with powdered sugar for extra flair.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg