Raspberry Swirl Cookies: Buttery Delights to Savor Now
Raspberry Swirl Cookies are a colorful treat that combines buttery softness with vibrant raspberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Hand or Stand Mixer
- Whisk
- Parchment Paper
- Sharp Knife
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Butter softened
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 large Egg or 1 tbsp flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tbsp water for vegan
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
For the Raspberry Swirl
- 1 cup Raspberry Jam homemade if thick enough
- 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut optional
- 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts optional
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat together softened butter and sugar for 2-3 minutes on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Prepare Filling: Mix raspberry jam, shredded coconut, and chopped walnuts until combined.
- Roll Out Dough: Divide dough, roll into rectangles about ¼-inch thick.
- Spread Filling: Spread raspberry filling over dough, leaving a half-inch border.
- Roll and Chill: Roll dough tightly into logs and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F, slice dough into ½-inch cookies and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature and use a sharp knife for slicing the chilled dough.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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