Soft, buttery cookies with bright raspberry sweetness
🌟 Introduction
Raspberry Sugar Cookies are a beautiful twist on the classic sugar cookie—tender, chewy, and bursting with fruity raspberry flavor. With a soft center, lightly crisp edges, and a pop of pink color, these cookies are perfect for holidays, tea time, or anytime you want something cheerful and elegant. Fresh or jammy raspberry notes pair perfectly with buttery vanilla dough.
🧺 Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar
- ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp freeze-dried raspberry powder (or see option below)
Raspberry Options (Choose One)
- Freeze-dried raspberry powder – strongest flavor, no extra moisture
- Raspberry jam – ¼ cup, thick seedless
- Fresh raspberries – ¾ cup, chopped and patted dry
Optional Finishes
- Pink sanding sugar or granulated sugar for rolling
- White chocolate drizzle
- Lemon zest (½ tsp for brightness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Mix in raspberry powder (or gently fold in jam or raspberries).
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
2. Shape
- Scoop 1½ tbsp dough, roll into balls, and roll in sugar if desired.
3. Bake
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers look soft.
4. Cool
- Cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
🍪 Methods (Baking Techniques)
- Creaming Method – Creates a light, tender cookie.
- Low-Moisture Fruit Method – Freeze-dried raspberries keep cookies soft, not cakey.
- Soft-Center Bake Method – Slight underbaking ensures chewiness.
- Sugar-Roll Finish – Adds sparkle and gentle crunch.
📜 History
Sugar cookies date back to the 1700s, while raspberry-infused versions became popular with the rise of fruit-forward baking in European and American patisserie. The pairing of berries and butter has long been a classic in tea-time baking traditions.
💗 Benefits
- Bright, natural fruit flavor
- Visually beautiful (perfect for gifting)
- Customizable with jam or fresh fruit
- Crowd-pleasing balance of sweet and tart
🧩 Formation & Texture
- Edges: Lightly crisp
- Center: Soft and chewy
- Flavor: Buttery vanilla with tangy raspberry
- Aroma: Fresh berry sweetness
🍓 Conclusion
Raspberry Sugar Cookies are a joyful upgrade to the traditional sugar cookie—colorful, flavorful, and irresistibly soft. Whether you choose jammy swirls or vibrant berry powder, these cookies bring a fresh, fruity charm to every bite.
❤️ Lovers of Raspberry Sugar Cookies
- Fruit-dessert lovers
- Tea & coffee companions
- Holiday and spring bakers
- Cookie gift box creators
- Anyone who loves sweet-tart flavors