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Lemon Blueberry Cookies

Lemon Blueberry Cookies That Bring Summer to Your Table

Delight in these Lemon Blueberry Cookies, combining zesty lemon and juicy blueberries for a perfect summer treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 49 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup butter softened (or margarine/coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar can be replaced with a sugar substitute
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar dark brown sugar for deeper flavor option
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh lemon juice can be used as a substitute
  • 1 large egg substitute with a flaxseed egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure extract for best quality
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour can use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure freshness for effective leavening
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness for effective leavening
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances flavors and enhances sweetness
For the Blueberries
  • 1 cup frozen wild blueberries regular blueberries may change texture
For the Lemon Sugar Coating
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar combine with the zest of 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Blueberry Cookies
  1. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together 1 cup of softened butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup light brown sugar, and the zest of 1 lemon on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add in 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with the mixer on low speed. Mix for another 1-2 minutes until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in 1 cup of frozen wild blueberries using a spatula or spoon, being careful not to overwork the dough.
  5. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  6. Make the lemon sugar coating by combining ¼ cup sugar with the zest of 1 lemon in a bowl. Rub together until fragrant.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll each dough scoop in the lemon sugar and place 5 cookies per baking sheet. Bake for 16-17 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  8. Use a larger cookie cutter to reshape cookies while warm, then allow to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are freezer-friendly, allowing you to enjoy fresh cookies anytime you crave citrusy goodness. Store them in an airtight container for best results.

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