Description
These delightful Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors. The zesty lemon combined with the fruity strawberry creates a refreshing treat that’s ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Additional:
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add lemon juice and zest.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually add the flour mixture, mix until just combined, and fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use freeze-dried strawberries for the best texture and flavor.
- Substitute lemon juice with lemon extract for a stronger lemon flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
