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Gluten Free Blueberry Cookies (Soft, Balanced, and Naturally Comforting)
Isla Marie

Gluten Free Blueberry Cookies

Soft, chewy gluten-free cookies loaded with juicy blueberries and lightly sweet dough. A simple baked treat that balances fruit freshness with classic cookie comfort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

  • cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Step 1. Prep the Oven and Pan
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Step 2. Mix Dry Ingredients
  4. In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Step 3. Cream Butter and Sugar
  6. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  7. Step 4. Combine the Dough
  8. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  9. Step 5. Prepare the Blueberries
  10. Toss blueberries with cornstarch to prevent excess moisture, then gently fold into the dough.
  11. Step 6. Shape the Cookies
  12. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  13. Step 7. Bake
  14. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
  15. Step 8. Cool
  16. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Video

Notes

  • Fresh blueberries hold their shape best, but frozen work if not thawed.
  • Do not overmix after adding blueberries to avoid streaking.
  • Cookies will firm up as they cool.
  • Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.