When Don thinks about holiday cookies, his raspberry butter cookies stand out. These cookies carry a story of tradition, family, and harvest joy.

Harvest-Time Treasure

The magic starts in summer, picking ripe raspberries. Don believes the secret is in the jam. He spends hours picking and making sweet-tart jam, stored for winter.

Perfect Butter Cookie

The cookie base is rich and creamy, using locally sourced high-quality butter. Together, the jam and butter cookies bring the essence of summer and family warmth.❤️

Raspberry Butter Cookies

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Raspberry Butter Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, creamy taste of buttery cookies with a sweet, tangy raspberry center. These cookies have a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a vibrant burst of raspberry flavor in every bite. Perfect for afternoon tea or a cozy snack, they bring a touch of elegance and joy to any occasion.

• Author: Don Nicholas
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves 24 1x
• Category: Bakery

Ingredients

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• For the Raspberry Jam:
  • 4 cups fresh raspberries
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the Butter Cookies:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (preferably local)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

• Prepare the Raspberry Jam:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer until the mixture thickens, about 20-25 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in sterilized jars.

• Make the Butter Cookies:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Fill each indentation with a small amount of the raspberry jam.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions and Beverage Pairing

These raspberry butter cookies are perfect for any holiday gathering. Their bright red centers look festive on a cookie platter, and their delicate, buttery flavor is a crowd-pleaser.

Serving Suggestions:

Arrange the cookies on a beautiful platter lined with fresh evergreen sprigs for a festive touch.

Dust a light sprinkling of powdered sugar over the cookies for an added hint of sweetness and a snowy effect.

Beverage Pairing:

These cookies pair beautifully with a hot cup of Earl Grey tea, the citrus notes of the tea complementing the tartness of the raspberry jam.

For a more indulgent option, serve them with a glass of mulled wine. The warm spices in the wine will enhance the buttery richness of the cookies and the fruity flavor of the jam.