Sweet Season! Our Favorite Grapefruit Cookie Recipes!

The bright, tangy flavors of Texas Rio red grapefruit aren’t just a treat for your tastebuds, they’re also awesome flavor boosters! What better way to enjoy this delicious goodness than in a batch of irresistible grapefruit cookies?

Keep reading to learn how this citrus fruit transforms simple cookies into a delightful dessert with a burst of nutrition!

Ruby Red Grapefruit Bliss Cookies

There's something magical about combining the tangy sweetness of red grapefruits with the warmth of cinnamon and ginger. These grapefruit cookies are perfect for any mealtime!

Ingredients

• 1 Texas Rio red grapefruit
• 2 cups sugar 
• ½ cup softened butter 
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large grapefruit
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• A pinch of ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it or covering it in parchment paper.
2. Zest, cut, and juice the grapefruits, measuring out 2 tablespoons of juice and 1 tablespoon of zest.
3. Cream together the sugar and butter.
4. With your creamed butter and sugar, mix in your egg, vanilla, grapefruit juice, and zest.
5. Whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and ginger in a bowl.
6. Then pour the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and combine.
7. Shape the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, roll in sugar, and place on the baking sheet. 
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set. 

Grapefruit Glazed Delight Cookies

This cookie dough can be prepared in advance, making it an easy baking project for any occasion. Whether you're serving them at a gathering or treating yourself to the healthy benefits of grapefruit, these scrumptious cookies are sure to impress!

Ingredients

• 2 sticks of unsalted butter
• 2 ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 Texas Rio red grapefruit
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon grapefruit zest
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

1. Cut, juice, and zest the grapefruit, measuring out two tablespoons of juice and one tablespoon of zest.
2. Beat the butter and powdered sugar until smooth, then stir in grapefruit zest, juice, and vanilla.
3. Whisk the cornstarch, flour, and salt in a separate bowl, then gently combine with the butter mixture. Wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F,  roll the dough, and freeze on a lined tray for 15 minutes. 
5. Bake for 10 minutes.
6. For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, grapefruit juice, and cream until smooth. 
7. Spread your glaze over the cooled cookies, garnish with zest, and let set.

Grapefruit Tea Treats

This grapefruit cookie recipe is a delightful balance of tangy and sweet, making them perfect for tea time or a quick snack. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, these cookies will brighten any day.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon grapefruit zest
• ¼ cup grapefruit juice 
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 ½  cups granulated sugar 
• 1 Texas Rio red grapefruit
• ½ cup milk

Directions

1. Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
2. After zesting, cutting, and juicing the grapefruit, measure out 1 ½ teaspoon of juice and mix with the milk. Let sit for 5 minutes. 
3. Cream butter and ¾ cups of sugar until smooth, then beat in the egg and zest. Gradually mix in milk and dry ingredients until smooth.
4. Measure out teaspoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets and bake for 12–14 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool completely.
5. For the glaze, combine the remaining sugar and grapefruit juice. Brush the mixture onto the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.

Valentine’s Grapefruit Bliss Cookies

These grapefruit cookies are a blend of sweet, tangy, and subtly spicy flavors. Share them with loved ones or enjoy them as a treat!

Ingredients

• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 ½ cups flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 large Texas Rio red grapefruit
• 1 cup butter
• ⅛ cup crushed pink peppercorns
• 2 ½ cups sugar

Directions

1. Cut, zest, and juice the grapefruit, measuring out six tablespoons of juice and one teaspoon of zest.
2. Whisk the baking powder, flour, and salt in a bowl.
3. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg, grapefruit zest, and three tablespoons of juice, and then gradually combine with dry ingredients. 
4. Chill the dough for 20 minutes and preheat the oven to 375°F. 
5. Roll the dough into balls, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 8–10 minutes until the edges are golden. 
6. For the icing, whisk the confectioners' sugar with the remaining three tablespoons of grapefruit juice. Drizzle over cookies, sprinkle crushed pink peppercorns, and let set.

Grapefruit Cream Sandwich Cookies

These cookies combine a buttery base with a tangy, citrus filling for a refreshing treat. Perfect for any occasion, these grapefruit cookies are bursting with grapefruit flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 3 ¾ cup sugar
• 1 large Texas Rio red grapefruit 
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 ½  cups cake flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Red food coloring

Directions

1. Cut, zest, and juice the grapefruit, setting aside 1 tablespoon of each for the filling. 
2. Cream the butter, sugar, and remaining zest until fluffy, then mix in the egg yolk and vanilla.
3. In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix half into the butter mixture, and then the remaining dry ingredients to form a dough. 
4. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Roll dough into balls and bake on a sheet for 8–10 minutes.
6. For the filling, beat the reserved zest and juice with butter and powdered sugar until it’s smooth.
7. Add the food coloring if desired. 
8. Then spread the filling on a cookie, top it with another, and do the same for the rest.

Bake Irresistible Cookies With the Vibrant Flavor of Texas Rio Red Grapefruit

Grapefruit cookies are a delightful way to bring the bright, tangy flavors of Texas Rio red grapefruit into your kitchen. These recipes offer a creative twist on traditional treats and highlight the fresh, zesty taste that makes this fruit special.

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