Description
These delightful Blueberry Cookies combine the tartness of blueberries with the sweetness of white chocolate chips, resulting in soft, fluffy cookies perfect for any occasion. With a short prep and baking time, these cookies offer a quick and delicious treat featuring fresh blueberry flavor and a tender crumb.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Prepare Blueberries: Place the frozen blueberries in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat them for about 1 minute until softened. Mash the blueberries with a fork until they form a jam-like consistency. If too warm, chill them briefly in the fridge to cool.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium-low speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, around 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Blueberries and Vanilla: Add the cooled blueberry mash and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until everything is well combined.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until no flour streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips if using.
- Shape Cookies: Use a large spring-loaded cookie scoop (about 2 tablespoons per scoop) to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Roll and lightly flatten the top of each cookie to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Using frozen blueberries helps to maintain their shape and flavor during baking.
- Allow the blueberry mash to cool before adding to the batter to avoid melting the butter excessively.
- White chocolate chips are optional but add a lovely sweetness that complements the berries.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool on the baking sheet.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
