Raspberry Sugar Cookies Recipe
These Raspberry Sugar Cookies combine a classic buttery sugar cookie dough with a vibrant raspberry swirl, creating a beautiful marbled effect and a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Soft, tender, and subtly sweet with a tangy raspberry twist, these cookies are perfect for any occasion and sure to impress.
- Author: Tara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
For the Sugar Cookie Dough:
- 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Raspberry Swirl:
- ½ cup fresh raspberries (or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Optional: ½ teaspoon lemon juice (to brighten flavor)
- Make the Raspberry Swirl: Mash the raspberries with sugar and optional lemon juice in a small bowl until a thick puree forms. Set this puree aside to incorporate later.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Add the Raspberry Swirl: Gently fold the raspberry puree into the cookie dough using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a beautiful marbled effect with pink streaks throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a tablespoon, scoop dough balls and space them a few inches apart on the baking sheets. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn just golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the cookies warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For more intense raspberry flavor, use fresh raspberries when they are in season.
- The optional lemon juice in the raspberry puree brightens the fruit flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding the raspberry puree to preserve the swirl pattern.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing the dough balls before baking can help maintain shape during baking.
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