Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are the perfect summer treat, combining the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh strawberries and zesty lemon. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not only easy to make but also a delightful addition to any gathering. Picture yourself enjoying these vibrant cookies on a sunny afternoon, creating cherished memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges turn lightly golden.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg