Description
Raspberry Swirl Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich, buttery shortbread with a vibrant raspberry swirl. Each cookie offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether shared with friends or enjoyed solo, these cookies are sure to impress with their stunning appearance and unforgettable flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Β½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Β½ cup raspberry puree (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly mixed.
- Prepare raspberry puree by mashing raspberries; optionally strain for fewer seeds.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, adding small drops of raspberry puree on top. Use a toothpick to swirl lightly without mixing completely.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Experiment with other fruits like strawberries or blueberries for different flavors. - For an added zing, incorporate lemon zest into the dough. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.