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A stack of soft lemon blueberry cookies with golden streusel topping and purple blueberry jam centers on a cooling rack

Soft and Chewy Lemon Blueberry Cookies

Mealoras
Abright and refreshing citrus treat bursting with fresh blueberries and acrunchy streusel topping.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 12 Cookies

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • All-Purpose Flour 1 ½ cups
  • Cornstarch 1 teaspoon
  • Unsalted Butter ½ cup, softened
  • Light Brown Sugar ¾ cup
  • Large Egg 1
  • Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon Zest 2 teaspoons
  • Fresh Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon
  • Baking Powder ½ teaspoon
  • Baking Soda ½ teaspoon
  • Salt ⅛ teaspoon
  • Fresh Blueberries ½ cup

For the Blueberry Jam Center

  • Fresh Blueberries ½ cup
  • Granulated Sugar 1 tablespoon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven and line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
  • Prepare the blueberry jam by heating berries and sugar in the microwave until they burst, then chill the mixture.
  • Mix the cold butter, brown sugar, and flour in a small bowl with a fork until it forms coarse crumbs, then keep it cold in the fridge.
  • Whisk the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and lemon zest in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and fresh lemon juice until the wet ingredients are fully combined.
  • Gradually stir the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the dough using a spatula to keep them from breaking and turning the dough purple.
  • Scoop the dough onto the baking sheets and create a small well in the center of each ball.
  • Fill the centers with a small spoonful of the chilled jam and sprinkle the cold streusel crumble over the top.
  • Bake until the edges are golden brown and the topping is crisp, then let them rest on the pan before moving to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Room Temperature: Using a room-temperature egg and butter ensures a smooth, well-mixed dough.
  • Zest First: Always grate the lemon peel before squeezing the juice for easier preparation.
  • Cold Streusel: Keep the crumble topping in the refrigerator until the very moment you put it on the cookies to ensure a crunchy texture.
  • Storage: Store these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
If you enjoyed this recipe, please share it with your friends and family! It is a wonderful treat to bring to a gathering or to give as a thoughtful gift. Happy baking!