Blueberry Lemon Cookies (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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Unsalted butter: 1 cup, softened.
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Granulated sugar: 1 cup.
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Large egg: 1.
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Vanilla extract: 2 tsp.
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All-purpose flour: 2 ½ cups.
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Baking powder: 1 tsp.
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Salt: ½ tsp.
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Blueberry jam: 1 cup.
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Powdered sugar: 1 cup (for lemon frosting).
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Lemon juice: 2 tbsp.
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Blue sugar crystals: For garnish.
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Scoop small portions of dough and flatten them into discs. Place a teaspoon of blueberry jam in the center of each disc and fold the dough over, sealing the edges.
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Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the lemon frosting.
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Drizzle the lemon frosting over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with blue sugar crystals for garnish.
Notes:
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These Blueberry Lemon-Frost Cookies bring together the tangy sweetness of lemon and the rich, fruity flavor of blueberry jam, creating a delightful summer treat.
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For best results, make sure to fully cool the cookies before adding the frosting.