Sugared Black Raspberry Tea Cookies

Indulge in these delightful Sugared Black Raspberry Tea Cookies. These cookies are infused with the rich flavors of black raspberries and are coated with a sweet sugary crust. Perfect for a tea party or an afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup black raspberry preserves
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
4. Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a log. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place the slices on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie. Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of black raspberry preserves.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Once the cookies have cooled, place 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Gently press the top of each cookie into the sugar to coat the edges.
11. Serve and enjoy!

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