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Raspberry Sugar Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle Recipe

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Raspberry Sugar Cookies combine freeze-dried raspberries and a creamy butter and cream cheese base for a tender, flavorful cookie. These delightful treats have a perfect balance of sweet and tart, enhanced by optional melted chocolate and extra raspberry powder toppings. They bake to a soft texture with slightly underbaked centers for melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

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 and Chopped Pieces: Crush 1½ cups of freeze-dried raspberries into a fine powder using a food processor or mortar and pestle. Coarsely chop the remaining ½ cup. Set both aside for incorporating into the dough and garnishing.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined, ensuring even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
  4. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which provides the base for tender cookies.
  5. Add Sugar and Beat: Add granulated sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, continue beating for another 2 minutes until creamy and fully incorporated to create a smooth, sweet base.
  6. Incorporate Egg and Extracts: Beat in the large egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  7. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms to ensure even consistency without overworking the dough.
  8. Fold in Raspberry Powder and Pieces: Using a wooden spoon, gently fold in both the fine raspberry powder and chopped raspberry pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough, adding bursts of raspberry flavor and texture.
  9. Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  10. Bake Cookies: Bake for 11-13 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain slightly underbaked. This ensures a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture as the centers finish cooking on the warm pan.
  11. Cool Cookies: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely and avoid breakage.
  12. Optional Chocolate Topping: Melt the chopped chocolate in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval until smooth. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies and sprinkle with extra freeze-dried raspberry powder for a beautiful, flavorful garnish.

Notes

  • Using freeze-dried raspberries provides intense flavor without adding moisture that could affect dough consistency.
  • Softened butter and cream cheese should be at room temperature for smooth creaming and tender cookies.
  • Do not overmix after adding the egg to keep cookies tender and prevent toughness.
  • Baking until centers are slightly underdone helps achieve a chewy texture when cooled.
  • The almond extract is optional but adds a lovely complementary flavor to the raspberries.
  • Chocolate drizzle and extra raspberry powder are optional enhancements and can be omitted or substituted.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

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