Lemon Raspberry Cookies Glaze (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookies

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
09 - 1/2 cup raspberries, finely chopped

→ Raspberry Glaze

10 - 1 cup powdered sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons raspberry puree
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
04 - Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms. Fold in the finely chopped raspberries.
05 - Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
06 - Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
07 - In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, raspberry puree, and lemon juice until smooth.
08 - Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and sprinkle with extra lemon zest. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
02 - For a more intense raspberry flavor, add a teaspoon of raspberry extract to the dough.
03 - Finely grate the lemon zest to ensure even distribution in the cookie dough.
04 - Allow the cookies to cool completely before applying the glaze to prevent it from melting.