Delish Lemon Blueberry Cookies

I bake these when I need something that tastes like summer and requires zero emotional support—Delish Lemon Blueberry Cookies are bright, tangy little biscuits that somehow manage to be both zippy and soft. They’re special because they’re the kind of cookie that makes people ask if you bought them, then forgive you when you say you didn’t. Try them if you like citrus that slaps you awake, blueberries that burst at the perfect dramatic moment, and a recipe that won’t judge your flour-covered outfit.

My family story: I once told my husband to “taste the batter for quality control.” He took that as a challenge and a career change. He ate enough that I briefly considered charging him rent for the bowl. My kid thought the blueberries were “editable” and plucked half of them straight off the sheet before they cooled. I stood there with a spatula, glaring, while he declared them “chef’s samples.” Yes, this was a very small kitchen. Yes, I blame the pan for being too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes to compensate.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use frozen blueberries. Toss them in a bit of flour so they don’t explode into a blueberry bloodbath in the dough. Feels slightly wrong, tastes totally right.
– One-bowl action: combine wet ingredients first, then fold in dry—fewer bowls, less guilt. You can lick one bowl, don’t act like you won’t.
– Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats. No scrubbing, fewer pan witnesses to your baking crimes.
– Make the dough ahead and chill it. Scoop onto sheets straight from the fridge so the cookies don’t spread into sad pancakes. Cold hands, steady cookie.

Serving Ideas

– Serve with coffee if you want people to think you’re energetic and organized. Spoiler: you’re not.
– Pair with vanilla ice cream for dessert-level decadence; add a drizzle of lemon curd if you’re showing off.
– Bring them to a picnic along with something bubbly. Proclaim them “artisan” while secretly grateful they were almost store-bought.
– Serve with wine if the kids drove you nuts today. Or with lemonade if you’d prefer to pretend it was a wholesome afternoon.

What to Serve It With

– Simple options: a mug of strong coffee, a pot of Earl Grey, or a cold glass of milk. Take your stance on sophistication accordingly.
– Fancier: lemon curd on the side, whipped mascarpone, or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream perched on a slightly warm cookie (yes, that’s cheating; do it anyway).

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Pro Tip: Freeze the blueberries for 10–15 minutes and toss in a tablespoon of flour so they don’t bleed into the dough. Learned this after making what I called “blue cookie watercolor.”
– Don’t overmix. If your dough starts looking like a workout plan, stop. Overworked dough = tough cookies.
– Room-temp butter = easier creaming and happier cookies. If you forget, microwave for 3–4 seconds, not 3–4 minutes.
– Too lemony? Cut back on zest; too bland? Add a tiny pinch more. The world will still love you either way.
– Cookie spread control: chilled dough + parchment = not a pancake situation. Trust me. I’ve burned many things in pursuit of cookie perfection.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.
– Short term: airtight container at room temp for 2 days, then move to fridge if your house is doing a summer impression.
– Long term: freeze flat on a sheet, then transfer to a zip-top bag. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes to bring them back to life.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.
– Swap blueberries for raspberries or chopped strawberries if you’re feeling rebellious.
– Use all-purpose gluten-free flour 1:1 for a gluten-free version (may need a touch more liquid).
– Want less sugar? Reduce the granulated sugar by 20% and promise yourself a second cookie.
– For vegan: use coconut oil or vegan butter and a flax egg. It’ll still be pretty great, and your vegan aunt will be impressed.

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Delish Lemon Blueberry Cookies

A delightful blend of lemon and blueberry in a soft, chewy cookie.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 large egg
• ▢ 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg and lemon zest until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
• Fold in the blueberries gently.
• Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
• Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.