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Easy Lemon Raspberry Cookies – A Perfect Sweet & Tart Treat!

These Lemon Raspberry Cookies are the perfect balance of tangy citrus and sweet berries, creating a soft, chewy, and refreshing treat. Infused with zesty lemon and bursting with juicy raspberries, these cookies are deliciously light yet indulgent. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of tea or as a sweet snack, they bring a bright and fruity twist to traditional cookies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 -15 cookeis
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • Gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum
  • Baking powder
  • Kosher salt
  • Unsalted butter or vegan butter softened
  • Granulated sugar
  • Cornstarch mixed with water egg substitute
  • Milk of choice
  • Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Lemon zest
  • Frozen raspberries chopped
For the Lemon Sugar Coating:
  • Granulated sugar
  • Lemon zest
For the Raspberry Glaze:
  • Confectioners' sugar
  • Frozen raspberries
  • Water

Method
 

Prepare the Dough:
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the cornstarch mixture, milk, lemon juice, and zest.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped raspberries.
Chill the Dough:
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
Prepare Lemon Sugar:
  1. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest.
Shape and Coat the Cookies:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll dough into balls and coat them in the lemon sugar mixture.
  3. Place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake the Cookies:
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Make the Raspberry Glaze:
  1. Mash raspberries and strain to extract juice.
  2. Whisk juice with confectioners' sugar and a little water until smooth.
Drizzle and Serve:
  1. Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle with the raspberry glaze.
  2. Let set before enjoying!

Notes

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest to the dough.
  • Use frozen raspberries instead of fresh to prevent excess moisture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a crispier texture, bake a minute longer and allow the cookies to cool completely before storing.

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