Blueberry Lemon-Frost Cookies

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 buttery cookies are made with a soft 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

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup blueberry jam

• 1 cup powdered sugar (for lemon frosting)

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• Blue sugar crystals (for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients: 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.

5. Shape the Cookies: 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.

6. Bake: 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.

7. Prepare the Lemon Frosting: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the lemon frosting.

8. Frost and Garnish: Drizzle the lemon frosting over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with blue sugar crystals for garnish.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 150 kcal

• Protein: 2g

• Carbohydrates: 21g

• Fat: 7g

• Sodium: 95mg

• Cholesterol: 20mg