Description
Delight in these Raspberry Sugar Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet, buttery dough and juicy raspberries. Soft in the center with slightly golden edges, these cookies are an easy-to-make treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen)
Optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt ensuring they are well combined for even distribution in the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes, to incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined to enrich the dough with moisture and flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Raspberries: Carefully fold in the fresh or frozen raspberries to distribute them evenly without crushing.
- Portion Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden while the centers remain soft for the perfect texture.
- Cool: Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving or optionally dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries; if frozen, do not thaw to prevent the dough from becoming too wet.
- For softer cookies, avoid overbaking and check at 12 minutes.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness before serving, if desired.
- You can substitute butter with a non-dairy alternative to make the recipe dairy-free.
