Description
Bright and fresh cookies that combine the flavors of strawberries and lemon for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well mixed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries so they do not mash.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool the cookies on a rack before serving so they set.
Notes
These cookies are best served slightly warm and pair well with lemonade or tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cookies, strawberry lemonade, summer dessert, bright flavors, fruity cookies