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Blueberry Lemon Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these crisp yet tender Blueberry Cookies featuring the tangy brightness of freeze-dried blueberries and fresh lemon zest. A perfect balance of sugary sweetness with a subtle citrus kick, these cookies offer a delightful texture contrast with a crunchy sanding sugar coating. Ideal for a sophisticated twist on classic cookies, they’re sure to become a favorite tea-time treat or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (to taste)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins and Topping

  • 1/3 cup freeze-dried blueberries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup coarse sanding sugar, for topping and coating

Instructions

  1. Infuse Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and fresh lemon zest. Massage together with your fingers for about 20 seconds to release and infuse the lemon oils, intensifying the citrus aroma and flavor in the cookies.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: Add room temperature unsalted butter to the sugar mixture and beat on medium-high speed until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale in color, approximately 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  3. Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined, then scrape down the bowl sides to maintain even distribution.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and kosher salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the mixer bowl. Mix on low speed just until the flour streaks mostly disappear, being careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Fold in Blueberries: Remove the bowl from the mixer and fold in the chopped freeze-dried blueberries manually with a large spatula, ensuring even distribution without crushing the berries or overworking the dough.
  6. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap or leave uncovered and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This helps firm up the dough and enhances the cookie texture during baking.
  7. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Pour the coarse sanding sugar into a small bowl for coating the cookie dough balls.
  8. Shape and Coat Cookies: Using a medium cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and roll each one thoroughly in the coarse sanding sugar to coat all sides. Place the coated dough balls 2 to 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake on the center oven rack for 8 to 9 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden while centers remain slightly puffy. Avoid overbaking to retain a tender interior.
  10. Cool and Finish: Remove the baking sheets from the oven. Allow cookies to cool for 5 to 10 minutes on the sheets before transferring them carefully to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, sprinkle a little more coarse sanding sugar on top for extra crunch and sparkle.

Notes

  • Room temperature ingredients ensure smooth, even mixing for the best texture.
  • Using freeze-dried blueberries provides concentrated flavor without adding moisture that could affect the dough’s consistency.
  • Do not overmix once flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
  • Chilling the dough helps maintain cookie shape and enhances flavor development.
  • Adjust lemon zest according to your preferred intensity of citrus flavor.
  • Coating in sanding sugar creates a delightful crunch and attractive shimmer on the cookie surface.

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