Indulge your loved one this Valentine’s Day with something truly special – Valentine's Day Chocolate Raspberry Cookies! These aren't just any cookies; they’re a quick, healthy, and utterly delicious way to show you care. Imagine rich dark chocolate meeting the bright, tangy flavor of raspberries in every bite. As a busy parent, I needed a treat that was easy to whip up but didn't compromise on taste or quality. These cookies are the answer! Perfect for sharing a cozy moment or gifting a delightful surprise. They're a simple pleasure that speaks volumes of love. Give the gift of homemade goodness this Valentine's Day!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Nana Rose, had a Valentine's tradition: raspberry jam thumbprint cookies. They weren't fancy, but they were always made with love. Valentine's Day Chocolate Raspberry Cookies take that tradition and elevate it with the decadence of chocolate, creating a sophisticated twist on a cherished memory. Every time I bake them, I'm not just making cookies; I'm sharing a piece of my heart and a slice of family history. They're perfect for creating new Valentine's Day memories!
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Raspberry & Chocolate:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, lightly crushed
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat & Prep: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper – this prevents sticking!
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Egg & Vanilla: Beat in the egg and then stir in the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don't overmix!
- Fold In Raspberries & Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the crushed raspberries and chocolate chips. Be careful not to mash the raspberries too much.
- Drop onto Baking Sheet: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Arrange the Valentine's Day Chocolate Raspberry Cookies beautifully and give to your Valentine.
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat & Prep: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper – this prevents sticking!
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure everything is evenly distributed.1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 3-5 minutes.1/2 cup unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- Add Egg & Vanilla: Beat in the egg and then stir in the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix!1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fold In Raspberries & Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the crushed raspberries and chocolate chips. Be careful not to mash the raspberries too much.1 cup fresh raspberries, 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Drop onto Baking Sheet: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Arrange the Valentine’s Day Chocolate Raspberry Cookies beautifully and give to your Valentine.