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Lemon Blueberry Cookies

Chewy Lemon Blueberry Cookies for a Sweet Summer Treat

These Chewy Lemon Blueberry Cookies are a delightful treat combining tangy lemon and sweet blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
  • 0.75 cup white granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 medium lemon zest freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk room temperature
  • 1 cup frozen wild blueberries may substitute with fresh
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup blackberries for a twist
  • 1 medium orange zest for a citrusy flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Cookie sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in the microwave and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. In another bowl, mix the melted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
  5. Fold in lemon zest, lemon juice, egg, and egg yolk until pale and slightly thickened.
  6. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Carefully fold in the blueberries, being cautious not to overmix.
  8. Scoop the dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  10. Cool on the cookie sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for summer gatherings and are best enjoyed with lemonade or iced tea. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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