Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are a refreshing summer treat that perfectly combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty brightness of lemons. These chewy cookies are bursting with flavor and evoke nostalgic memories of warm afternoons and joyful gatherings. With their vibrant colors and delightful taste, they’re perfect for picnics, birthdays, or simply enjoying at home. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies will surely impress everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (finely chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, then stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg