Easy Lemon Cookies Raspberry Frosting
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon cookies topped with sweet raspberry frosting. This Easy Lemon Cookies Raspberry Frosting recipe is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing treat. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of tart lemon and luscious raspberry, creating a unique taste experience that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Fresh zest from 2 lemons
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries
- 2 to 4 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and confectioners' sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla essence, lemon zest, baking soda, and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add flour until the dough forms.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes.
- For the raspberry frosting, beat softened butter and confectioners' sugar until creamy. Add vanilla essence, salt, powdered raspberries, and milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Once cookies cool completely, decorate with raspberry frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg