Introduction
Holiday Raspberry White Chocolate Soft Cookies are festive, tender, and bursting with flavor. The tartness of raspberries paired with creamy white chocolate creates a beautiful balance of sweet and bright flavors. Soft, bakery-style, and visually stunning, these cookies are perfect for Christmas platters, holiday gifting, or cozy winter baking.
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Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips or chunks
- ¾ cup frozen raspberries, chopped (do not thaw)
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients.
- Gently fold in white chocolate and frozen raspberries.
2. Chill
- Chill dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
3. Bake
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool on pan for 5 minutes before transferring.
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Methods (Primary Baking Methods)
- Creaming method for soft texture
- Frozen fruit method to prevent bleeding
- Gentle folding method for intact berries
- Short bake method for softness
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History
White chocolate cookies rose in popularity in the late 20th century as bakers experimented with sweeter chocolate varieties. Raspberries, traditionally used in European pastries, became a holiday favorite due to their festive color. This cookie blends classic holiday charm with modern bakery-style softness.
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Benefits
- Soft texture easy to eat
- Balanced sweetness from tart berries
- Festive appearance without food coloring
- Homemade and preservative-free
- Ideal for gifting and cookie exchanges
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Formation (Structure & Texture)
- Edges: Lightly set
- Center: Soft and tender
- Mix-ins: Creamy white chocolate and juicy raspberry pockets
- Appearance: Pink marbling with white chocolate bursts
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Lovers (Who Loves These Cookies?)
- Holiday bakers
- White chocolate fans
- Raspberry dessert lovers
- Cookie exchange participants
- Soft-cookie enthusiasts
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Methods (Repeated as Requested)
- Proper creaming of butter
- Chilling dough before baking
- Using frozen raspberries
- Baking until just set
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Conclusion
Holiday Raspberry White Chocolate Soft Cookies are festive, flavorful, and irresistibly tender. Their bright color and soft texture make them a standout addition to any holiday dessert table.