Soft and Chewy Raspberry Sugar Cookies
These soft and chewy raspberry sugar cookies are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of sugar cookies with the tartness of fresh raspberries. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are packed with flavor and have a wonderful texture that will keep you coming back for more.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 set measuring cups
- 1 set measuring spoons
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 sticks
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh raspberries, mashed Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor.
- additional granulated sugar for rolling Optional for a sparkly finish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the mashed raspberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- If desired, roll each ball of dough in additional granulated sugar for a sparkly finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make sure to use fresh raspberries for the best flavor. If they're not in season, you can also use frozen raspberries, but thaw and drain them before mashing.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
These cookies can be customized by adding white chocolate chips or lemon zest for a twist on flavor.