Lemon Cookies with Raspberry Frosting Recipe
Brighten your day with these delightful Lemon Cookies topped with a tangy Raspberry Frosting. Soft and tender lemon-flavored cookies are complemented perfectly by a smooth, sweet raspberry frosting that adds both flavor and color. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a cheerful treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (yellow part only)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Raspberry Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup raspberry powder
- 2–4 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender cookie.
- Add Flavorings and Egg: Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and salt. Then add the egg and continue mixing until the mixture is aromatic and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking soda to the wet mixture. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough for each cookie. Roll into balls and gently flatten to prepare for even baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the shaped dough on the lined baking sheets and bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Prepare Frosting: While the cookies bake and cool, beat butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in raspberry powder and add milk gradually, adjusting to achieve a spreadable frosting.
- Cool and Frost: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Then spread about 1 tablespoon of raspberry frosting on each cookie for a tangy, sweet finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and egg for better mixing and texture.
- Only zest the yellow part of the lemon to avoid the bitterness of the white pith.
- Adjust the milk amount in the frosting to reach your preferred consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- If raspberry powder is not available, freeze-dried raspberry powder or finely crushed freeze-dried raspberries can be used.
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