Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Raspberry Swirl Cookies, a perfect combination of creamy cream cheese dough and sweet raspberry jam. These cookies are not only visually stunning with their beautiful swirls, but they also deliver a rich flavor that makes them ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons at home. Easy to create and sure to impress, these treats are a must-try for cookie lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/3 cup seedless raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in the sifted flour and kosher salt until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a flattened disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a larger rectangle (about 10 inches by 30 inches). Spread raspberry jam over the surface, leaving a border along one edge.
- Roll up the dough tightly from the jam-covered end and refrigerate for an additional 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the chilled log into 1/4-inch thick cookies.
- Place sliced cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 17-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg