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Soft Lemon Blueberry Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These soft lemon blueberry cookies combine zesty citrus with sweet blueberries for a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon zest
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Meyer lemon juice
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Blueberry Buttercream Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup blueberry jam preferably seedless

Method
 

Cookie Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the lemon zest, egg, egg yolk, and fresh lemon juice; mix until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
  4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls and flatten slightly with your palm.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then mix in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Stir in the blueberry jam until the frosting is fluffy and evenly colored.
  3. Once the cookies are fully cool, frost them generously with the blueberry buttercream.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 95mgSugar: 18g

Notes

For a brighter lemon flavor, use Meyer lemons if available. You can substitute regular lemons if needed. Store frosted cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Unfrosted cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months. To prevent spreading, ensure the dough is well chilled before baking. For a thicker cookie, slightly underbake and let carry-over heat finish the process.

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