Description
Delightful Raspberry Swirl Shortbread Cookies are a whimsical treat that perfectly blend buttery shortbread with vibrant raspberry swirls. Each cookie offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience, bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for afternoon tea or festive gatherings, these visually stunning cookies are surprisingly easy to prepare, making them a must-try for both novice and experienced bakers.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup raspberry purée
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the room-temperature butter and granulated sugar until smooth (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
- Divide the dough in half, flatten each portion into a rectangle, spread raspberry purée on top, then roll tightly.
- Freeze the logs for 20 minutes, slice into rounds, and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn golden.
- Cool completely on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a fruity twist, substitute raspberry purée with strawberry or blueberry purée. Add a pinch of lemon zest to enhance flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.