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    Home » All Desserts » Cookies » Cutout Cookie Flavors

    Published: May 22, 2014 · Modified: Mar 31, 2022 by Claire

    Raspberry Lemonade Cutout Cookies

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    raspberry lemonade cookie recipe

    With summer just around the corner, I decided it was time to add another cutout cookie flavor to my repertoire... Something a little more summery than pumpkin spice or chocolate mint (not that I'm not knocking those flavors since they are pretty delicious!). And with the local grocery store expanding it's available extracts (YAY!!), it seemed like the perfect time to try something new. I just so happened to find a raspberry extract while perusing the baking isle, and I immediately thought of raspberry lemonade. Mmmm raspberry lemonade... And that got me to thinking, "If I have raspberry extract, why can't I make raspberry lemonade cutout cookies?" The answer: I can... and I did!

    Raspberry Lemonade Cutout Cookies
    Makes about 2 dozen cookies

    What you'll need:
    2 sticks (226 grams) butter, softened
    1 cup granulated sugar
    1 egg
    1 ½ tbsp. fresh lemon zest
    1 ½ tsp. raspberry extract
    2 ½ cup all purpose flour

    Like most cutout cookies, these cookies will need about an hour in the refrigerator to firm up, so keep that in mind when planning your cookie making time. In a large bowl, start by creaming your butter until it's smooth and lump-free. Add your granulated sugar and mix until it's well incorporated into the butter. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula as you go! Add your egg, and mix until a paste forms. Now it's time to add your lemon zest and raspberry extract! I wanted a bolder raspberry lemon flavor for these cookies, so I added 1 ½ tbsp. lemon zest and 1 ½ tsp. raspberry extract. If you want something a little subtler, I would recommend cutting the measurements down to 1 tbsp. and 1 tsp. respectively. Add your flour and mix until just combined and no longer sticky.

    grated lemon zest

    Flatten your dough onto plastic wrap (flattening it helps it chill faster and more evenly), wrap it up nice and tight, and refrigerate for about an hour, or until firm. Roll it out only a lightly floured surface, cut out your cookies, and bake them at 350* Fahrenheit (175* Celsius) for 7-10 minutes (depending on the size) or until no longer shiny on top. Let cool completely before icing or decorating.

    raspberry lemonade cutout cookies

    raspberry lemonade sugar cookies

    Happy baking!

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    1. Sue says

      May 23, 2014 at 4:14 am

      I love the sound of these!! What a fresh, sweet flavor. I think raspberries are the perfect fruit.

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 26, 2014 at 6:57 am

        I'm so glad you like the combination! 🙂

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    2. huntfortheverybest says

      May 23, 2014 at 9:14 pm

      lovely summer cookies!

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 26, 2014 at 6:58 am

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Lauren says

      May 27, 2014 at 2:20 am

      I love raspberry lemonade and I love cookies. These would probably be my favorite cookies ever. I'd be thrilled if you'd link up at this week's Off the Hook!

      Reply
      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 27, 2014 at 5:43 pm

        Thank you for the sweet comment! 🙂 I'll be sure to check out your link party and add it to my weekly link party list! Thanks for the invitation! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Rachel Kathyg says

      May 28, 2014 at 1:40 am

      These look soo yummy And they are pretty too. Thanks for sharing. Found at the wined down wed. linky. Have a great week.

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 28, 2014 at 5:44 pm

        Thank you for the sweet comment! 🙂

        Reply
    5. threekidsandafish says

      May 28, 2014 at 2:26 am

      Love raspberry and lemon together, such a refreshing combination! These cookies look so delish 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up tonight at Wine'd Down Wednesday!
      Cathy

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 28, 2014 at 5:54 pm

        It was my pleasure! Thank you for hosting! 🙂

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    6. Pure Grace Farms says

      May 28, 2014 at 7:17 am

      Raspberries and lemon are such a great combination. Lovely....Shari

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 28, 2014 at 5:55 pm

        Thank you! 🙂

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    7. Jen says

      May 28, 2014 at 4:58 pm

      These look and sound delicious - love the pairing of lemon and raspberry! Your photography is gorgeous!

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 28, 2014 at 5:55 pm

        Thank you for such a sweet compliment! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Lizy b says

      May 28, 2014 at 8:02 pm

      these look so very yummy-and gorgeous photo!

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 30, 2014 at 8:46 am

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Linda Warren says

      May 28, 2014 at 11:45 pm

      Yum! These sound perfect for summer. I hope I can find the raspberry extract in our local store as I can think of plenty of things I would like to do with it. Thanks for sharing on The Wednesday Roundup. Pinning for later.

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      • The Simple, Sweet Life says

        May 30, 2014 at 8:47 am

        Thank you! 🙂

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    10. Dana says

      April 11, 2023 at 11:43 am

      Have you tried frosting these cookies? If so, what kind/flavor frosting did you use?

      Reply

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