Description
Citrusy, swirly strawberry cookies are a vibrant springtime treat that perfectly balance the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the zesty brightness of lemon. Each soft, buttery cookie is a delightful explosion of flavor, making them ideal for any gathering or a sweet indulgence at home. These cookies are sure to brighten your day and evoke memories of sunny afternoons spent outdoors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your 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. Add lemon zest.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around edges. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg