Description
Soft and chewy lemon blueberry cookies bursting with fresh citrus flavor and sweet blueberry bites.
Ingredients
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1-2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
1 large egg
3/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/3 cup freeze-dried blueberries, chopped
1/4 cup coarse sanding sugar
Instructions
1. Rub lemon zest into sugars.
2. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy.
3. Mix in egg and vanilla.
4. Whisk dry ingredients separately.
5. Combine wet and dry mixtures.
6. Fold in blueberries.
7. Chill dough 30 minutes.
8. Roll into balls and coat with sanding sugar.
9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-9 minutes.
10. Cool before serving.
Notes
Freeze-dried blueberries give the best flavor and texture.
Do not overbake for soft cookies.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze baked cookies up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American