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Decadent Soft & Chewy Raspberry Sugar Cookies

Soft & Chewy Raspberry Sugar Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam or fresh raspberries mashed
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest optional
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
  • Gently fold in the raspberry jam or mashed fresh raspberries, and lemon zest (if using). Mix until just combined.
  • In a small bowl, mix the rolling sugar with cinnamon, if using. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough in this mixture until fully coated.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.