Description
Indulge in the ultimate Blueberry Heaven Cookies – a delightful treat bursting with juicy blueberries in every bite. These soft and chewy cookies are a fusion of classic flavors and fresh fruit, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (substitute with almond flour for gluten-free version)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened until creamy (coconut oil works for dairy-free)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for a more caramel-like flavor)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of one lemon, freshly grated for bright aromatic notes
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed for year-round baking)
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom in a bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest into the mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently add blueberries into the dough.
Notes
- For best results, refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Blueberry Heaven Cookies, Blueberry Cookies Recipe, Soft Blueberry Cookies
