Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Raspberry Swirl Cookies, where creamy cream cheese dough intertwines with the sweet tang of raspberry jam. These tender, visually stunning cookies are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to a cozy afternoon treat at home. The beautiful swirl pattern and a light dusting of powdered sugar make these cookies not only delicious but also an eye-catching addition to your dessert table.
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
- Cream together the softened cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 10 inches by 12 inches.
- Spread raspberry jam over the dough, leaving a half-inch border. Roll tightly into a log and seal the edge.
- Chill the log again for 15 minutes before slicing into 1/4-inch thick cookies.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 17-20 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on a wire rack and dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg