Homemade Subway Raspberry Cookies Recipe
These Homemade Subway Raspberry Cookies feature a delicate white chocolate and freeze-dried raspberry cookie dough filled with a creamy, sweet cream cheese center. Soft, indulgent, and bursting with tangy raspberry flavor and smooth white chocolate, these cookies are perfect for an elegant dessert or a special treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the cookies:
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature, about 68°F)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (King Arthur all-purpose flour recommended)
- 2 tsp corn starch
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chunks
For the cream cheese filling:
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Cream Cheese Filling: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer the filling to a small bowl and refrigerate it while preparing the cookie dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking soda to create the dry base for the cookie dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In another mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, then beat until just combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies. Gently fold in the freeze-dried raspberries and white chocolate chunks to distribute evenly in the dough.
- Assemble the Cookies: Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it into a circle. Place a small spoonful of the chilled cream cheese filling in the center, then cover with another flattened dough disc. Pinch edges to seal and gently roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- Chill the Cookie Dough: Place the assembled cookie dough balls into the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to help maintain shape and improve texture during baking.
Notes
- Chilling the dough balls prevents spreading and maintains the creamy filling inside while baking.
- Using freeze-dried raspberries adds intense raspberry flavor without adding moisture to the dough.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smooth filling texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
- For measuring flour accurately, spoon it lightly into the cup and level off rather than scooping directly.
- White chocolate chunks can be substituted with chips if preferred.
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