Description
These Raspberry Sugar Cookies are a sweet and simple homemade treat, perfect for showing someone you care. Soft sugar cookies with a delicate raspberry swirl offer a beautiful marbled effect and a burst of fresh berry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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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)
Instructions
- Make the Raspberry Swirl: Mash the raspberries with sugar and optional lemon juice in a small bowl until it forms a thick puree. Set aside this vibrant mixture to incorporate later.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In another large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a cohesive 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 lovely marbled effect of bright pink streaks throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and space them a few inches apart on the prepared sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn just golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Soften your butter fully before creaming; cold butter won’t blend properly.
- Fold the raspberry puree gently into the dough to achieve a beautiful marbled look and avoid overmixing.
- Use fresh raspberries when possible for the best color and flavor.
- If the dough feels too soft to handle, chill it for 30 minutes before scooping.
- Bake cookies just until set; they will firm up more as they cool.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: raspberry sugar cookies, raspberry swirl cookies, homemade sugar cookies, easy cookie recipe, sweet treats, dessert cookies
