Because these have fresh fruit in the actual cookies and cream cheese in the frosting, you will need to keep these cookies stored in the fridge (covered tightly). They will last up to 4-5 days in the fridge.

Can I Make These Ahead of Time?

Yes! Soft lemon blueberry cookies can be made up to 24 hours before serving. Make the cookies according to the directions and cool them completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge (do not frost). Make the cream cheese frosting and also store it in an airtight container in the fridge. 30-60 minutes before serving, remove from the fridge and place the cream cheese frosting on top.

Absolutely! Make the cookies according to the directions and cool them completely. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place them in the freezer for 30 minutes to flash freeze. Once frozen place in a freezer safe airtight bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. The same can be done with the cream cheese frosting as well. Make completely and store in a freezer-safe airtight bag in the freezer for up to 6 months. Remove both and place in the fridge for 24 hours to thaw. 30-60 minutes before serving, remove from the fridge and place the cream cheese frosting on top. Alternatively, the frosting can be made right before frosting as well - it doesn't have to be made ahead of time and frozen but it is able to be.

Can I Use Frozen Blueberries Instead of Fresh?

Yes, you can. I prefer to use fresh blueberries in this recipe though. If you use frozen, use the same amount still frozen. The batter will likely turn colors from the blueberries, so if you do not mind that then frozen ones can be used in a pinch.

Soft Lemon Blueberry Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Description

Super soft cake-like blueberry cookies are perfect for snacking at any time of day. Delicate and sweet, with a bright lemon flavor, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. You won't be able to stop at one. These are the perfect spring and summer time dessert!

Ingredients

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Cookies

1/2 Cup + 2 Tablespoons Butter - room temperature
1 1/4 Cup Sugar
1/4 Cup Sour Cream
2 Eggs
1 Teaspoon Vanilla
Zest and Juice of 1 Lemon
2 1/2 Cup Flour
1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
1 Cup Fresh Blueberries

Cream Cheese Frosting

4 Ounces Cream Cheese - room temperature
1/4 Cup Butter - room temperature
2 Cup Powdered Sugar
1/4 Teaspoon Vanilla
1/8 Teaspoon Salt
Zest and Juice from 1/2 Lemon

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Instructions

Cookies

Preheat the oven. Preheat to 350 degrees.
Cream together butter and sugar. In a stand mixer, mix the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (for 3-4 minutes)
Add in wet ingredients. Add in sour cream, eggs, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until just combined (about 30 seconds).
Add in dry ingredients. Add in the flour, baking powder, and salt and mix until combined. The dough will be quite sticky.
Fold in blueberries. Remove the bowl from the mixer and add in the fresh blueberries. Gently fold in with a spatial until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Bake. Scoop out onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper using a cookie scoop. Bake for 14-15 minutes.
Cool. Once finished, remove from oven and let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream together butter and cream cheese. In a bowl add cream cheese and butter. Mix with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy and no lumps remain.
Add in the rest of the ingredients. Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and lemon zest, and juice. Mix well until smooth.
Frost cookies. Spoon the over the slightly warm or cooled cookies and enjoy!

Notes

For the frosting: I have frosted the cookies about 5 minutes after they have come out of the oven and are still warm. The warmth from the cookies makes the frosting slightly melt and kind of turn into a glaze and it is HEAVENLY! I have also waited until the cookies have cooled to frost. I will just scoop a little out with a spoon and place it on top and then spread it out slightly to the edges. Both are great options and either can be done!
Store leftovers covered tightly in the fridge for 4-5 days.
See the post for how to freeze or make them in advance.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Cookies
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 139
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 40.4 mg
Fat: 5.5 g
Carbohydrates: 21.3 g
Fiber: 0.3 g
Protein: 1.6 g
Cholesterol: 24.2 mg

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