Description

Raspberry Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that combines sweet, buttery sugar cookies with a tangy raspberry swirl. These cookies are visually stunning with vibrant pink streaks and offer the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.

Ingredients

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)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Make the Raspberry Swirl: In a small bowl, mash the raspberries with sugar (and lemon juice, if using). Stir until the mixture forms a thick puree. Set aside.
Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In another large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until fully combined. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
Add the Raspberry Swirl: Gently fold the raspberry puree into the dough using a spatula. Avoid overmixing so that you maintain a marbled effect, with bright pink streaks scattered throughout the dough.
Scoop and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them a few inches apart on the baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or cooled—these cookies are delicious either way!

Notes

Frozen raspberries can be used if fresh ones are not available. Simply thaw before mashing.
Add lemon zest to the cookie dough or raspberry swirl for an extra citrusy flavor.
For a richer cookie, add 4 oz of cream cheese to the dough.
If you prefer more vibrant cookies, consider adding a few drops of red or pink food coloring to the raspberry swirl.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 25mg