SOFT BLUEBERRY BUTTON COOKIES

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I have fond memories of picking blueberries and enjoying icy cold lemonade at my aunt's house. This cookie is an attempt to marry those two flavors and memories. -Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup fat-free lemon Greek yogurt
1/3 cup blueberry juice cocktail
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 to 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons blueberry juice cocktail
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in yogurt, juice and extract until blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Press four blueberries into each cookie to resemble a button., Bake until edges begin to brown, 13-15 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool slightly., In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Spoon over warm cookies. Let stand until set. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Joann Gonzales
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I can't wait to try these cookies! They look so delicious.


Chinese Baby
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These cookies are so soft and chewy. They're perfect for a cozy afternoon snack.


Duro 69Boyz
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover blueberries. I always have a few blueberries left over after making smoothies and these cookies are the perfect way to use them up.


David Ahamefula
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I love that these cookies are made with fresh blueberries. They're so much more flavorful than cookies made with dried blueberries.


timmis
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These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy snack. They're also great for packing in lunches.


moses sibanda
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I made these cookies for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge hit! The kids loved them.


Shahen Adil
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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit! I love the way the blueberries burst in your mouth.


Leta Apple
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're a favorite with my family and friends.


Justin Hamlett
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These cookies are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The blueberry filling is tart and delicious.


NAKIWALA Sharon
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Perfect cookies for a summer party! The blueberries add a pop of color and flavor.


Ramkumari Punmagar
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These cookies were easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of blueberries and lemon.


Muhamed Alsamarrai
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The blueberry filling was the perfect touch.


Dami Zino
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Followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out amazing! They were soft, chewy, and full of blueberry flavor. A hit with my family and friends.


Sandy Mark
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These blueberry button cookies were a delight to make and even more delightful to eat! The soft and chewy texture was perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy blueberry filling. I'll definitely be making these again soon.