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Check out these stunning Raspberry Swirl Shortbread Cookies. They're buttery underneath, swirled with sweet raspberry jam, and dressed up with drizzled white chocolate. Great in gift boxes for the holidays or just as a treat with your afternoon tea.
What Makes These Cookies Stand Out
You've got to try these. The shortbread melts as soon as you take a bite and the raspberry brings a juicy hit of sweetness. They actually look fancy but aren’t tricky to make. I whip up a batch whenever I want to wow someone without much fuss.
Just The Basics
- Main Part: One cup unsalted butter softened for tenderness.
- Sugar Rush: Half cup sugar brings sweetness.
- Holds Together: Two cups all purpose flour to give structure.
- Simple Flavor: A splash of vanilla for added yum.
- Swirly Fun: Half cup raspberry jam for that fruity ribbon.
- Tasty Top: Quarter cup of white chocolate to drizzle on.
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Creating Cookie Wonders
- Start With The Dough
- Mix butter with sugar until really light then add your vanilla and fold in the flour till a dough forms.
- Spread And Roll
- Flatten the dough spread jam all over like you're making a jelly sandwich then roll it all up.
- Let It Chill
- Shape into a log, wrap securely, and stick it in the fridge for half an hour.
- Bake Away
- Turn your oven on to 350°F slice the log into cookies and let them bake about 12 minutes till a little golden.
- The Sweet Finish
- Cool them off then splash that white chocolate on top for fun.
Winning Cookie Tricks
Make sure to chill your dough so it’s way easier to cut. Grab a pastry brush to spread your jam and get nice swirls. Blending the butter and sugar really well makes all the texture magic happen.
Keeping Them Tasty
Just pop them in a sealed box and they’ll keep fresh for a week or toss them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Lay them out for a tea set or tie them up for gifts. Sprinkle a little powdered sugar if you want fancier cookies.
Change It Up
Play around with fillings like strawberry or apricot jam. Swap in milk or dark chocolate on top for a twist. Want more color? Throw on sprinkles or nuts before the chocolate hardens for an extra festive batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why chill the rolled dough?
Chilling firms the dough so it slices easily and the cookies stay in shape as they bake.
- → Can I swap out the jam?
Absolutely! Try smooth jams like apricot, blackberry, or strawberry for variety.
- → What if my swirls fall apart?
Be sure the dough is completely chilled. Use a sharp knife and clean it between cuts to avoid any smearing.
- → Can these be frozen?
Yep, freeze the cookies before adding white chocolate. Let them thaw fully before decorating.
- → How can I prevent jam from leaking?
Keep the jam layer thin and don’t bring it to the edges when spreading. A little patience helps here!