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Raspberry Sugar Cookies (Real Flavor) Recipe

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Delight in these Raspberry Sugar Cookies featuring a delightful blend of freeze-dried raspberries baked into a soft, buttery dough with an optional luscious chocolate topping. The combination of tangy raspberry flavor with creamy butter and cream cheese creates an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 2 cups freeze-dried raspberries, divided
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

For the Chocolate Topping (Optional):

  • 4 oz semi-sweet or white chocolate, chopped
  • Extra freeze-dried raspberry powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Raspberry Powder: Crush 1½ cups of the freeze-dried raspberries into a fine powder using a food processor or mortar and pestle, and coarsely chop the remaining ½ cup for texture. Set both aside.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined, ensuring even distribution of leavening agents.
  4. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
  5. Add Sugar: Incorporate the granulated sugar into the butter mixture and continue beating for another 2 minutes until fully combined and creamy for a smooth dough.
  6. Incorporate Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and if using, almond extract until just combined. Take care not to overmix to avoid toughening the dough.
  7. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms, ensuring all dry ingredients are fully incorporated.
  8. Add Raspberry Powder and Pieces: Fold in the fine raspberry powder and the chopped raspberry pieces by hand using a wooden spoon until evenly distributed, preserving the texture.
  9. Shape Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  10. Bake Cookies: Bake for 11-13 minutes, until cookie edges are set but centers remain slightly underbaked. This ensures a soft center as cookies continue cooking slightly after removal.
  11. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing breakage.
  12. Optional Chocolate Topping: Melt the chopped chocolate in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between intervals until smooth. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies and sprinkle with extra freeze-dried raspberry powder for added flavor and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Freeze-dried raspberries add intense flavor without moisture, preserving cookie texture.
  • Softened butter and cream cheese should be at room temperature for easier creaming.
  • Optional almond extract complements raspberry flavor but can be omitted if desired.
  • Baking time may vary slightly depending on oven; watch for edges to set but centers to remain slightly soft.
  • These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Chocolate topping is optional but adds a rich contrast to the tartness of raspberries.

Keywords: Raspberry Sugar Cookies, Freeze-Dried Raspberry Cookies, Cream Cheese Cookies, Chocolate Drizzled Cookies, Easy Dessert Cookies

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