Luscious Lemon Blackberry Cookies: The Ultimate Crumbl Copycat Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

Prepare to fall in love with these delightful Lemon Blackberry Cookies! Imagine soft, wonderfully chewy lemon poppyseed cookies, generously topped with a rich, tangy blackberry cream cheese frosting, and finished with a luscious scoop of sweet blackberry jam. This isn’t just any cookie; it’s a gourmet experience, reminiscent of your favorite bakery treats, and now, it can be a beloved staple in your home.

This recipe is another sensational Crumbl copycat, capturing the essence of their wildly popular flavors. Just like our highly-demanded Cherry Cheesecake Cookies, these Lemon Blackberry Cookies have quickly become a household favorite. They strike the perfect balance between bright, zesty lemon and the deep, sweet-tart notes of fresh blackberries, creating a flavor profile that’s both refreshing and utterly indulgent. Perfect for any occasion, from a casual family treat to an impressive dessert for guests, these cookies are guaranteed to earn rave reviews.

Why You’ll Adore These Lemon Blackberry Cookies

Beyond their stunning appearance, these cookies offer an unparalleled flavor and texture experience. Each bite delivers a burst of sunshine from the lemon, complemented by the subtle nuttiness of poppyseeds, all harmonized by the sweet and tangy blackberry cream cheese frosting. The dollop of blackberry jam on top adds an extra layer of fruitiness and visual appeal, making these cookies truly irresistible. They are substantial in size, living up to the bakery-style cookie expectation, yet remain incredibly soft and tender. The blend of fresh and vibrant flavors makes them a perfect dessert for spring and summer, though they are equally delightful any time of year.

Essential Ingredients for Your Lemon Blackberry Masterpiece

Crafting these extraordinary cookies requires a thoughtful selection of ingredients, each playing a crucial role in achieving the desired taste and texture. Below is a comprehensive list of what you’ll need. Specific quantities are detailed in the printable recipe card further down the page.

• Salted Butter: Using salted butter balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the cookies and frosting. Ensure it’s softened to room temperature for optimal creaming.
• White Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness and contributes to the cookie’s tender texture.
• Salt: A touch of salt is essential for balancing flavors and making the lemon and blackberry notes pop.
• Instant Lemon Pudding Mix: This secret ingredient is key to achieving that signature soft, chewy texture and intensifying the lemon flavor without adding too much liquid. It helps keep the cookies moist for longer.
• Fresh Lemon (Juice and Zest): For an authentic, bright lemon flavor, fresh lemon juice and zest are indispensable. The zest carries potent citrus oils, providing maximum aroma and taste.
• Egg: A large egg acts as a binder, adding moisture and richness to the cookie dough.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall sweetness and brings warmth to both the cookie and the frosting.
• All-Purpose Flour: The structural base of our cookies. Measure it correctly by spooning it into a measuring cup and leveling it off to avoid dense cookies.
• Poppyseeds: These small seeds add a delightful, subtle crunch and a classic look to the lemon cookies, complementing the citrus flavor beautifully.
• Baking Soda: Our leavening agent, ensuring the cookies rise to a perfect softness.
• Cream Cheese (Full-fat or ⅓ fat): The foundation of our luscious frosting. Full-fat cream cheese yields the richest, creamiest results, but ⅓ fat can be used for a slightly lighter option. Ensure it’s softened.
• Powdered Sugar: The sweetener for the frosting, dissolving easily to create a smooth, velvety texture.
• Fresh Blackberries: Used for mashing into the frosting, providing natural color and an authentic berry flavor.
• Cornstarch: A crucial ingredient in the frosting, helping to stabilize it and prevent it from becoming too runny, especially when incorporating fruit.
• Blackberry Jam: The crowning glory! This jam adds an intense burst of blackberry flavor and a beautiful glaze-like finish to each cookie. You can use homemade or your favorite store-bought variety.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Bake and Frost Your Cookies

Creating these large, bakery-style cookies is a straightforward process, and the best part is, no chilling is required for the lemon poppyseed cookie dough! This means you can enjoy these delectable treats even sooner. Follow these detailed steps for perfect results every time:

Preparing the Lemon Poppyseed Cookies

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheets: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats, or spray them lightly with non-stick baking spray. This prevents sticking and ensures even baking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the softened salted butter and white granulated sugar. Beat on high speed for approximately 3 minutes, or until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and noticeably pale. Remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure everything is well combined. This step incorporates air, which is vital for a soft, tender cookie.
3. Add Wet Ingredients & Flavorings: Reduce the mixer speed to medium. Add the large egg, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing well until fully incorporated. Next, introduce the vibrant lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and poppyseeds. Mix until these are just combined; avoid overmixing.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, add the instant lemon pudding mix and baking soda, mixing until no streaks remain. Then, gradually add the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing until just combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.
5. Scoop and Shape: These cookies are designed to be generously sized, so use a ⅓ cup portion for each. Scoop the dough onto your prepared baking sheets, placing only 6 cookies per pan to allow ample room for spreading during baking. Gently flatten the tops of each dough ball slightly to create thick, round “hockey puck” shapes. This helps them bake evenly and gives them their characteristic large, flat appearance.
6. Bake to Perfection: Bake the cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 11-12 minutes. Look for edges that are just barely golden brown and slight cracks beginning to form on the surface. The centers may still look a little soft, but they will set as they cool. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheets before attempting to frost them. Frosting warm cookies will result in melted, messy frosting.

Crafting the Blackberry Cream Cheese Frosting

7. Whip Cream Cheese and Butter: In a clean mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, combine the softened cream cheese and softened salted butter. Beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is beautifully creamy and fluffy.
8. Add Blackberry and Flavorings: Mash your fresh blackberries inside a small Ziploc bag or with a fork until they form a pulp. Add the mashed blackberries, vanilla extract, and cornstarch to the cream cheese mixture. Mix on low speed until well combined. The cornstarch helps to stabilize the frosting, especially with the added moisture from the berries.
9. Gradually Add Powdered Sugar: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. If the frosting seems a little too thin, you can refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes to help it firm up before piping.

Frosting and Finishing Touches

10. Frost the Cooled Cookies: Transfer the blackberry cream cheese frosting to a piping bag fitted with a round frosting tip (or a resealable bag with the corner snipped off). Pipe the frosting onto the completely cooled cookies in a beautiful spiral pattern, starting from the center and working your way outwards. This creates that classic bakery-style swirl.
11. Top with Blackberry Jam: Spoon about a tablespoonful of blackberry jam into the center of each frosted cookie. Carefully spread the jam flat, being mindful not to mix it into the frosting. The vibrant jam layer provides a stunning visual contrast and an extra burst of fruity goodness.
12. Optional Garnish: For an extra touch of elegance, garnish your finished cookies with a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest, a single fresh blackberry, or even tiny triangular slices of lemon. These small additions elevate the presentation and hint at the delicious flavors within.

Expert Tips for Perfect Lemon Blackberry Cookies

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Always use softened butter and cream cheese for both the cookies and frosting. This ensures a smooth, lump-free mixture and proper emulsification, leading to a much better texture.
• Don’t Overmix: When adding dry ingredients to the cookie dough, mix just until combined. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in tougher cookies.
• Measuring Flour Correctly: For accurate results, spoon your flour into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge. Scooping directly from the bag can compact the flour, leading to too much flour and dry cookies.
• No Chilling Needed: This dough is designed to be baked immediately, saving you time!
• Mash Blackberries Thoroughly: For the frosting, ensure your blackberries are well mashed to release their flavor and color. If you prefer a smoother frosting without any seeds, you can press the mashed berries through a fine-mesh sieve.
• Adjust Frosting Consistency: The amount of powdered sugar in the frosting can be adjusted to your preference. If it’s too thick, add a tiny bit of milk or cream. If too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time. Refrigerating it for a short while also helps it firm up for piping.
• Cool Completely: Patience is key! Ensure your cookies are entirely cool before adding the cream cheese frosting. Warm cookies will melt the frosting, creating a runny mess.

Serving Suggestions

These magnificent Lemon Blackberry Cookies are a showstopper on their own, but here are a few ideas to enhance your serving experience:

• Coffee or Tea Companion: Pair them with a warm cup of coffee or a refreshing glass of iced tea for a delightful afternoon treat.
• Dessert Platter: Arrange them on a dessert platter with other seasonal fruits for a vibrant and appealing display at gatherings.
• Ice Cream Sidekick: Serve a cookie alongside a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
• Brunch Highlight: Offer them as a sweet option during a special brunch spread.

How to Store Lemon Blackberry Cookies

Given that these cookies feature a delicate blackberry cream cheese frosting, proper storage is crucial to maintain their freshness and safety. They should be treated like any dairy-based dessert.

• Refrigeration is Key: Once assembled and frosted, these cookies should be refrigerated within 3-4 hours if not immediately consumed. This prevents the cream cheese frosting from spoiling.
• Airtight Container: Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This will keep them fresh and prevent them from absorbing odors from other foods in the fridge.
• Serve at Room Temperature: While they must be refrigerated for storage, these cookies are truly best enjoyed at room temperature. Take them out of the fridge about 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to soften slightly and the flavors to fully develop.

Can you freeze Lemon Blackberry Cookies?

Yes, you can absolutely freeze these cookies, but with a slight caveat: it’s best to freeze them unfrosted. Cream cheese-based frostings can sometimes develop a grainy or watery texture after being frozen and thawed, which can compromise the delightful creaminess you worked so hard to achieve.

• Freezing Unfrosted Cookies: To freeze the baked cookies, allow them to cool completely. Then, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freeze for about an hour until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag. They can be stored for up to 2-3 months.
• Thawing: When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply take the desired number of unfrosted cookies out of the freezer and let them thaw at room temperature. Once thawed, you can whip up a fresh batch of blackberry cream cheese frosting and jam to complete the cookies, ensuring they taste just as fresh as the day they were baked.

More Delicious Crumbl Copycat Cookie Recipes

If you’ve fallen in love with these bakery-inspired treats, you’ll be thrilled to know there are many more Crumbl copycat recipes to explore. Here are a few more of our favorites that you might enjoy baking next:

• Strawberry Pop Tart Cookies
• Caramel Apple Cookies
• German Chocolate Cookies

We truly hope you enjoy baking and devouring these amazing Lemon Blackberry Cookies as much as we do. They are a true testament to the joy of homemade desserts, bringing a touch of gourmet bakery magic right into your kitchen!

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