Blueberry Lemon-Frost Cookies are a delightful summer treat that combines the tangy brightness of lemon with the rich, fruity flavor of blueberry jam. These cookies are made with a buttery dough that's filled with sweet blueberry jam and then baked to perfection. Once cooled, they're topped with a zesty lemon frosting and garnished with blue sugar crystals for an extra touch of sparkle. The result is a cookie that's not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it perfect for any summer gathering or simply as a refreshing snack at home.
INGREDIENTS- Unsalted butter: 1 cup, softened
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Large egg: 1
- Vanilla extract: 2 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 2 ½ cups
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Blueberry jam: 1 cup
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup (for lemon frosting)
- Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
- Blue sugar crystals: For garnish
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4:
- 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.
- Step 5:
- 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.
- Step 6:
- 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.
- Step 7:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the lemon frosting.
- Step 8:
- Drizzle the lemon frosting over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with blue sugar crystals for garnish.
- For best results, make sure to fully cool the cookies before adding the frosting.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These cookies are perfect for a summer picnic or as a sweet treat for any occasion.
- If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, add a bit of lemon zest to the dough or frosting.
- For a fun twist, try using different flavors of jam or different colored sugar crystals for the garnish.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Mia suggests chilling the dough for 15 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape better.
- Chef Alex recommends using fresh lemon juice for the frosting to get the best, tangiest flavor.
If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites.
