Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Lemon Raspberry Cookies, perfect for any occasion! These soft and fluffy treats are a refreshing balance of sweet and tart, combining zesty lemon with the vibrant taste of raspberries. Made without eggs and suitable for gluten-free and nut-free diets, they’re an ideal choice for everyone to enjoy. With their eye-catching colors and bright flavors, these cookies will surely be a hit at gatherings or as a special treat during quiet moments. Whip up a batch today to savor the essence of summer in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan baking stick, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 heaping tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for lemon sugar coating)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for lemon sugar coating)
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar (for raspberry glaze)
- 1–2 frozen raspberries (for raspberry glaze)
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon water (for raspberry glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter (or vegan alternative) and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add cornstarch mixture, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the butter-sugar mix; stir until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; fold in chopped frozen raspberries gently.
- Form two-inch dough balls, roll in lemon sugar coating, and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden around edges; cool on wire rack before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg