Raspberry Cream-Filled Sandwich Cookies

      Tessa’s Recipe Overview

      Taste: Delightfully sweet with a perfect tang, packed with raspberry flavor.

      Texture: The cookies are soft and chewy, while the filling is thick and indulgent.

      Ease: Although this recipe does require a few dishes for the cookies, filling, and topping, each step is incredibly simple, I promise.

      Why You’ll Adore This Recipe: These sophisticated raspberry cookie sandwiches are overflowing with flavor and are wonderfully soft and chewy! They’re sure to be a favorite at any gathering.

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      Attention raspberry enthusiasts! These Raspberry Cream Sandwich Cookies are made for you. Picture sinking your teeth into a soft, buttery sugar cookie filled with a rich, tart, and naturally colorful raspberry filling. It’s like a cookie fantasy come to life!

      Typically, if I’m given the choice between chocolate and fruity flavors, I will opt for chocolate. However, there are times when I crave something light, vibrant, and refreshing.

      Treats such as Lemon Cookies, refreshing Key Lime Pie, and delicious Raspberry Lemonade Cheesecake Bars shine when you desire flavors that remind you of spring.

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      These sandwich cookies embody those classic fruity flavors, all in one delightful bite.

      The sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and just the right thickness. The raspberry ganache is creamy and perfectly tangy. The drizzle of white chocolate on top beautifully balances the sweetness. I also like to add a sprinkle of freeze-dried raspberries for a stunning presentation.

      Ideal for occasions like Valentine’s Day, baby showers, tea parties, or simply enjoying at home, these Raspberry Cream Sandwich Cookies provide a burst of flavor to your dessert collection!

      Sprinkle of Science

      How to Create Raspberry Cream Sandwich Cookies

      The Cookies

      I adapted my very popular Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookies, making small adjustments to ensure the cookies turn out a bit thinner while remaining soft, chewy, and delectable—the perfect base for a rich and creamy raspberry filling.

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      The Raspberry Filling

      We experimented with almost a dozen filling variations before finalizing this raspberry ganache. Crafted with white chocolate, heavy cream, and freeze-dried raspberries, this filling is tart yet sweet, smooth, and creamy, with an eye-catching color. No artificial coloring required!

      Where to Buy Freeze-Dried Raspberries?

      You can find freeze-dried raspberries at Target, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Kroger, and also online here.

      Can I Use Fresh Raspberries?

      Sadly, fresh raspberries do not work well for this recipe. They create a grayish-purple hue when mixed with white chocolate, make the ganache too runny to maintain its form, and lead to an overly sweet taste.

      If you prefer using fresh raspberries, I suggest my Buttercream Frosting recipe. Incorporate some raspberry puree, but make sure to strain it through a sieve to eliminate the seeds. Be cautious not to use too much raspberry puree, as it could lead to runny frosting.

      Can I Use Another Fruit for the Filling?

      We haven't tried that, but feel free to experiment with other freeze-dried fruits, like strawberries. Just keep in mind that different fruits will vary in sweetness, which will affect the overall sweetness of your cookie sandwiches.

      It’s important to note that dried fruit differs from freeze-dried fruit. Freeze-dried raspberries contain no extra moisture and deliver a concentrated flavor, so only freeze-dried fruit should be used in this ganache.

      Should I Roll the Cookies in Sugar?

      I strongly recommend rolling your cookies in sugar before baking. Skipping this step will affect their wonderful texture and they won't caramelize as well, resulting in a loss of flavor. Additionally, rolling the cookies in sugar adds a lovely sparkle and helps create those beautiful crinkles as they bake and cool.

      Can I Use a Hand Mixer for This Recipe?

      Yes, a hand mixer is perfectly suitable for this recipe.

      Can I Make These Cookies Larger?

      We recommend using a small 1-tablespoon scoop for these sandwich cookies to create perfectly bite-sized treats that are easy to enjoy. However, you can certainly make them larger if desired! Just keep in mind that larger cookies will require a longer baking time. Additionally, larger cookies will have a higher filling-to-cookie ratio, so you may need to adjust the amount of ganache accordingly.

      Can I Halve or Double This Raspberry Cookie Recipe?

      Absolutely! You can easily modify the recipe for more or fewer cookies. If doubling, just double all ingredients to produce about 30 cookie sandwiches—no other changes necessary.

      If halving the recipe to yield approximately eight cookie sandwiches, cut all ingredients in half. Note that you’ll require half an egg—crack one into a small bowl, whisk it well, and measure out two tablespoons.

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