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Lemon Cookies with Blueberry Frosting

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Bright and tender lemon cookies topped with creamy blueberry frosting, perfect for afternoon tea or spring gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried blueberries
  • 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 2 and 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, for frosting
  • Pinch of salt, for frosting

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. Cream the butter, sugar, and lemon zest together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 120 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and scoop the chilled dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until the edges are golden.
  8. Process freeze-dried blueberries into a powder and beat with cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
  9. Frost the cooled cookies and garnish as desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for easier scooping and to prevent excessive spreading of cookies.

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