Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are a delightful summer treat that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for picnics, gatherings, or as a sweet afternoon snack. With their vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, each bite transports you to sunny days filled with joy and laughter. Easy to make, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges; cool on racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg