Raspberry Sugar Cookies Delight (Printable Format)
Tender cookies filled with raspberry, cream cheese, and chocolate for a fruity, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Cookies
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2 cups freeze-dried raspberries, divided
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon almond extract, optional
→ Chocolate Topping (Optional)
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4 ounces semi-sweet or white chocolate, chopped
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Extra freeze-dried raspberry powder for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
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Crush 1 1/2 cups freeze-dried raspberries to a fine powder using a food processor or mortar and pestle. Coarsely chop the remaining 1/2 cup for texture. Set aside both preparations.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
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Using an electric mixer, beat softened butter and cream cheese on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add granulated sugar to the creamed mixture and beat for an additional 2 minutes until fully incorporated.
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Add the egg, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
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Fold in the raspberry powder and chopped freeze-dried raspberries by hand using a wooden spoon until evenly distributed.
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Scoop dough into rounded portions using a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Place on baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Melt chocolate in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies and garnish with extra raspberry powder, if desired.
# Supplementary Details:
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For best results, avoid overmixing the dough to maintain a tender, soft cookie texture.