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Black Raspberry & Lemon Shortbread Cookies

Black Raspberry & Lemon Shortbread Cookies

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These Black Raspberry & Lemon Shortbread Cookies are buttery, tender, and lightly sweet with a vibrant swirl of black raspberry preserves and the brightness of fresh lemon zest. They’re easy slice-and-bake cookies that look elegant but come together with minimal effort. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday platters, or a simple treat with coffee.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: About 20 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2/3 cup (80 g) powdered sugar

  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 34 tablespoons black raspberry preserves (or jam)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.

  2. Add the lemon zest and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.

  3. Whisk together flour and salt, then add gradually to the butter mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  4. Transfer dough to parchment paper. Flatten slightly and spread black raspberry preserves in thin streaks over the surface. Gently fold or roll the dough to create swirls, without overmixing.

  5. Shape into a log, wrap in parchment, and chill for at least 1 hour (or overnight).

  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into 1/4-inch rounds and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are just turning golden.

  8. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For sharper swirls, avoid spreading too much jam — thin streaks look best.

  • Dough can be frozen up to 2 months; slice and bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to baking time.

  • If using seedless preserves, the cookies will have a smoother look, but the texture of seeded jam adds charm.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 125 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg