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Black Raspberry and Lemon Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Lina maywgor

Irresistibly Easy Black Raspberry and Lemon Shortbread Cookies

A delightful Black Raspberry and Lemon Shortbread Cookies Recipe that combines buttery texture and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups unbleached flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup melted butter or vegan butter
  • 1 cup mashed black raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cookie transfer later on.
  2. Sift Flour: In a mixing bowl, sift the unbleached flour to ensure a light texture. This step is important for achieving that melt-in-your-mouth quality!
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine melted butter (or vegan butter) with powdered sugar. Mix well until you see a creamy consistency forming, which will help the cookies stay tender.
  4. Add Flavorful Ingredients: Stir in fresh lemon juice, mashed black raspberries, and a pinch of salt to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly, allowing the vibrant flavors to blend together beautifully.
  5. Combine & Form Dough: Gradually add the sifted flour to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined to maintain that tender crumb. You'll notice the dough coming together into a rich, buttery texture.
  6. Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into golf ball-sized portions and place them on your prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each ball to about ¼ inch thick—don’t panic if they don’t look perfect!
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, but keep a close eye and check at the 8-minute mark. You want them to be lightly golden—not browned!
  8. Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack with a flat spatula. Allow them to cool completely, then indulge in these delightful treats!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • Watch the Time: Check your cookies at the 8-minute mark; pulling them out just before they brown will keep them soft and tender.
  • Good Mixing: Ensure your butter and powdered sugar are well blended for a creamy base. This helps maintain the melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • Avoid Over-mixing: When incorporating flour, mix until just combined. Over-mixing can lead to tougher cookies.
  • Cookie Size Matters: Make uniform golf ball-sized portions to ensure even baking. Flattening them to about ¼ inch helps them cook perfectly.
  • Fresh Berries Only: Use fresh black raspberries for the best flavor. Frozen berries might add extra moisture and disrupt the cookie's structure.

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