Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, capturing the essence of summer in each bite. These soft, chewy cookies, infused with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon, bring sunshine to any gathering. Perfect for sharing at picnics or savoring alone with a cup of tea, they’re sure to be a hit. Easy to make and visually stunning with their pink hue, these cookies are a must-try for both novice and experienced bakers.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries along with lemon zest and juice.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For enhanced texture, chill the dough before baking. Customize by adding white chocolate chips or extra lemon zest on top.