Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a texture that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. After making these dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to use cornstarch in the dough. Plus, they’re a great way to use up fresh raspberries. Speaking of fresh, these cookies are perfect for spring, especially around Easter. Ready to make them? Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fluffy Cottage Cheese Blueberry Cloud Bread and The Ultimate Bakery-Size Orange Scone Cookies.
Why This Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies Is Pure Comfort
- The perfect balance of sweet and tangy
- Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Great for any occasion, especially Easter
What You'll Need for Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- all-purpose flour
- cornstarch
- baking soda
- salt
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- vanilla extract
- egg
- fresh raspberries
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- vanilla extract
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- all-purpose flour: Make sure to measure it correctly to avoid dense cookies.
- fresh raspberries: You can use frozen raspberries, but they may bleed more color into the dough.
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How to Make Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Step 4: Beat in the egg until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the raspberries.
- Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overmix the dough or the cookies will be tough. Mix just until the flour disappears.
- Pro tip: For an extra lemony kick, add a teaspoon of lemon extract along with the vanilla extract.
- Pro tip: To prevent the raspberries from bleeding too much, gently fold them into the dough instead of mixing them in.
- Pro tip: For a fun twist, try adding a handful of white chocolate chips to the dough.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freezing Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to overheat.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispier cookie, use less dough per cookie and bake for a shorter time.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the raspberries with blueberries or chopped strawberries.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.
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Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- cornstarch
- baking soda
- salt
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- vanilla extract
- egg
- fresh raspberries
Seasonings
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Step 4: Beat in the egg until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the raspberries.
- Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispier cookie, use less dough per cookie and bake for a shorter time.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the raspberries with blueberries or chopped strawberries.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to overheat.
- Make ahead: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies FAQs
Yes, the dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Overbaking is the most common reason for dry cookies. Make sure to check them at the 10-minute mark and adjust the baking time as needed.
Yes, bake the cookies at 320°F (160°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
You can substitute the raspberries with blueberries or chopped strawberries.
No, this recipe contains all-purpose flour. However, you can substitute the flour with a gluten-free alternative to make gluten-free cookies.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Raspberry Lemon Cookies and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
