Soft and Chewy Raspberry Sugar Cookies
Soft and Chewy Raspberry Sugar Cookies deliver a perfect homemade treat with a tender, chewy texture and a fresh burst of raspberry flavor. These easy-to-make cookies combine buttery sweetness and juicy raspberries for a delightful balance of sweet and tangy, ideal for any occasion from parties to cozy afternoons.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free optional
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, gently mashed
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Bring unsalted butter to room temperature, gently mash fresh raspberries and set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand or hand mixer, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy and pale, which is essential for achieving the soft and chewy texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, adding moisture and enhancing the cookie’s flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually blend the dry mix into the wet ingredients to form the dough, taking care not to overmix.
- Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold the mashed fresh raspberries into the dough, distributing evenly without breaking them down too much.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls evenly spaced onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish setting with perfect chewiness.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid toughness; overworking activates gluten.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking improves texture and flavor.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth combining and even baking.
- Handle raspberries gently to keep their structure and prevent sogginess.
- Watch baking time closely to keep the centers moist and chewy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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