Description

These Lemon Raspberry Cookies offer a delicious combination of citrus brightness and sweet berry flavor. Featuring a soft-baked texture with swirls of tangy raspberry jam and fresh raspberries folded into a lemon-zested buttery cookie dough, they are perfect as an elegant treat or a delightful snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Wet Ingredients

1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened (227g)
1 cup Granulated Sugar (200g)
1 Large Egg, room temperature
2 tbsp Lemon Zest (approx. 2 lemons, 12g)
3 tbsp Raspberry Jam, seedless preferred (60g)

Dry Ingredients

2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour (312g)
2 tsp Cornstarch (5g)
1/2 tsp Baking Soda (3g)
1/2 tsp Salt (3g)

Fresh Fruit

1/2 cup Fresh Raspberries, finely chopped (65g)

For Finishing

1/4 cup Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
Additional Lemon Zest (optional, for specks on top)

Instructions

Cookie Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
Creaming: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a mixer for about 3 minutes, until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Add the egg and lemon zest, mixing thoroughly until fully combined.
Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a thick dough forms.
The Swirl: Gently fold the finely chopped fresh raspberries into the dough, being cautious not to break them down too much. Drop small spoonfuls of raspberry jam onto the dough and use a knife to swirl the jam around lightly to create a marbled effect.
Baking: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop 2-tablespoon mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn a pale golden-brown.
Finishing: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Once slightly cooled, dust them generously with powdered sugar and sprinkle with a few extra lemon zest specks if desired before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and egg to create a smoother batter.
Handle the fresh raspberries gently to prevent crushing and discoloring the dough.
Raspberry jam swirls add flavor and visual appeal – use a seedless variety for a smoother texture.
Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
For a more intense lemon flavor, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Lemon Raspberry Cookies, soft-baked cookies, lemon zest cookies, raspberry swirl cookies, fruity cookies, dessert, baked cookies, citrus cookies