Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and transform your ordinary cookie experience! These Ruby Red Grapefruit Cookies are not just another sweet treat – they're a burst of citrusy sunshine that will make your kitchen smell like a gourmet bakery and your friends wonder how you became such a baking genius. With a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors, these cookies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 18 cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon grapefruit zest
- 1/4 cup grapefruit juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract, grapefruit zest, and grapefruit juice until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a grapefruit glaze for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Zest Like a Pro: When zesting your grapefruit, only remove the bright outer layer. Avoid the white pith, which can add bitterness to your cookies.
- Room Temperature is Key: Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated batter.
- Don't Overmix: Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Precise Spacing: Leave about 2 inches between cookie dough portions to allow for spreading during baking.
- Watch the Edges: The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden. They might look slightly underbaked in the center, but they'll continue to set as they cool.
- Flavor Boost: For an extra punch of grapefruit flavor, consider adding a simple grapefruit glaze or dusting with powdered sugar infused with grapefruit zest.
- Storage Tip: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their soft, delicate texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 89kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
