Blueberry Cookies

Blueberry Cookies

Preparation Time:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
   • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Fold in Blueberries:
   • Gently fold in the blueberries. If using, also fold in the white chocolate chips and lemon zest. Be careful not to crush the blueberries.
7. Scoop the Dough:
   • Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake the Cookies:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
9. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information (per cookie, based on 24 cookies):

• Calories: 100
• Protein: 1g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 8g
• Sodium: 50mg

These blueberry cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the bursts of blueberry flavor in every bite!