These Black Raspberry & Lemon Shortbread Cookies combine buttery, melt‑in‑your‑mouth shortbread with the tangy brightness of black raspberries and lemon. Whether using fresh or frozen berries, their bold flavors swirl beautifully into the dough alongside lemon zest and juice, creating a tender cookie that feels light yet indulgent. Topped with a sweet lemon glaze, they’re ideal for afternoon tea, bridal showers, gift baskets, or simply a treat on a quiet afternoon. Easy to make and elegant in taste and appearance, these cookies offer a perfect balance of fruity brightness and classic shortbread richness.

Ingredients
Makes ~24 cookies

• 1 cup (≈225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  
  

• ½ cup (≈60 g) powdered sugar
  
  

• 2 cups (≈250 g) all-purpose flour
  
  

• ¼ tsp salt
  
  

• 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  
  

• 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  
  

• 1 cup fresh or frozen black raspberries
  
  

• For the glaze:
  
  

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
    
    

  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
    
    

  • 1 Tbsp milk (optional, for consistency)
    
    

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
   
   

2. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
   
   

3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and salt; slowly mix into butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
   
   

4. Gently fold in black raspberries—if using frozen, keep them frozen until mixing to prevent excess bleeding.
   
   

5. Wrap dough in plastic and chill in refrigerator for 1 hour.
   
   

6. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Form tablespoon-sized balls of dough, place on parchment-lined baking sheet, and gently flatten.
   
   

7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cookie edges are just golden. Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   

8. Meanwhile, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk (if using) until smooth.
   
   

9. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies and allow to set.
   
   

Nutrients (approx. per cookie)

• Calories: ~120 kcal
  
  

• Fat: ~7 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~14 g
  
  

• Sugars: ~6 g
  
  

• Protein: ~1 g