There’s something magical about lemon's bright, tangy flavor and the sweet intensity of blueberries, especially when tucked inside a soft, buttery cookie. These Blueberry Lemon Cookies use Chelan Ranch organic freeze-dried blueberries to pack flavor into every bite without adding moisture, giving them a chewy texture and a punch of fruity goodness. They’re perfect for spring and summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or just treating yourself to something special.

Let’s walk through the key steps with a few snapshots to guide your cookie-making journey:

All the Ingredients Ready to Go

Start by gathering everything you’ll need. This photo shows the full lineup—flour, butter, sugar, egg, lemon, vanilla, freeze-dried blueberries, and (optional) white chocolate chips. Having everything measured and ready helps the baking process flow smoothly, and it’s always satisfying to see the ingredients laid out like a promise of what’s to come.

Zesting the Lemon

The secret to that bright citrus flavor? Fresh lemon zest. Use a microplane or fine grater to remove just the outer layer of the lemon peel, avoiding the bitter white pith. This fragrant step fills the kitchen with a refreshing, sunny aroma, adding depth to your cookie dough.

Juicing the Lemon

Next, juice your zested lemon. You’ll only need a tablespoon, but the fresh juice adds a natural zing that complements the dough’s sweetness and enhances the blueberry flavor.

Lightly Crushing the Freeze-Dried Blueberries

One of the fun steps—crushing the freeze-dried blueberries just enough to break them into smaller pieces without turning them into dust. This distributes the fruit evenly throughout the cookies, giving them beautiful specks of color and concentrated bursts of flavor in every bite.

Scooping the Dough

Once your dough is mixed, portion it evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet with a cookie scoop. This ensures uniform cookies that bake evenly. Plus, it makes the whole process quicker and tidier, and no sticky fingers are required.

These cookies are simple to make but full of charm and flavor. Whether baking with kids, prepping for a special occasion like Mother's Day, or simply craving a treat that tastes like sunshine, this recipe will deliver. Print it, bake it, devour it — simple as that!