Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon and sweet raspberries with these Lemon Raspberry Cookies. These soft, eggless treats are perfect for any occasion, offering a refreshing burst of flavor that will brighten your dessert table. Made with gluten-free flour, these cookies cater to various dietary needs without compromising on taste. The addition of a raspberry glaze and lemon sugar coating not only enhances their visual appeal but also elevates their deliciousness. Whether served at a party, enjoyed with tea, or packaged as thoughtful favors, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or vegan alternative)
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy; add cornstarch mixture, milk, lemon juice, and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients; gently fold in raspberries.
- Scoop dough into balls, roll in lemon sugar mixture, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool before adding raspberry glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg