Soft and Chewy Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
JojoM
These bakery-style cookies are thick, soft, and packed with dark chocolate chunks and frozen raspberries for a gooey tart-sweet bite in every mouthful — no freeze-dried fruit needed.
🍪 Soft and Chewy Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
Looking for the ultimate bakery-style cookie with a gooey center and bursts of tart berry goodness? These Soft and Chewy Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cookies are your answer! Thick, rich, and loaded with frozen raspberries and dark chocolate chunks, they’re indulgent without being fussy — and no need for expensive freeze-dried fruit! 🙌
This recipe is perfect for cookie lovers who want that crispy edge + soft center combo, with a surprising pop of fruit in every bite. And the best part? You can use frozen raspberries straight from the freezer — no thawing required! 💡
Why You’ll Love This 🍫 + 🍓 Combo
- Bakery-style texture: Crisp edges, thick centers, chewy through and through.
- Tart + sweet balance: The dark chocolate pairs beautifully with juicy raspberries.
- Home baker friendly: Uses frozen raspberries instead of freeze-dried or fresh.
- Big cookie energy: One batch makes 8 large cookies — perfect for sharing (or not 😉).
🧊 Can You Really Use Frozen Raspberries?
Absolutely! In fact, using them frozen helps maintain their shape and prevents bleeding into the dough. Just toss them in a little flour before folding in to avoid sogginess. 👩🍳
Pro Tip: Don’t thaw your raspberries! That’s when they get mushy and break up your cookie structure.
💡 Tips for Cookie Success
✨ Chill the dough: While optional, chilling helps these chunky cookies keep their tall shape while baking.
✨ Don’t overmix: After adding raspberries, fold gently to avoid crushing the fruit.
✨ Use quality chocolate: Go for 60–70% dark chocolate chunks for best contrast in flavor.
✨ Enhance with essence: A dash of natural raspberry essence brings out more berry aroma if you have it on hand.
⭐ What Bakers Are Saying
"This version with frozen raspberries worked so well! Loved the soft gooey center."
— Lara
"I skipped the raspberry essence and still got a great berry flavour from the frozen fruit. Definitely making again."
— Jamie
These cookies are a celebration of texture and bold flavor — slightly crisp outside, soft and chewy inside, with melty dark chocolate and jammy fruit in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a cozy weekend, gifting friends, or simply treating yourself, these will win hearts in a single bite. 💕
Ready to bake? Grab those frozen raspberries and let's go! 🧁👩🍳
Soft and Chewy Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
JojoMThese bakery-style cookies are thick, soft, and packed with dark chocolate chunks and frozen raspberries for a gooey tart-sweet bite in every mouthful — no freeze-dried fruit needed.
Chef's Tips
Use frozen raspberries directly from the freezer — never thaw them.
Lightly coat frozen raspberries in flour to prevent bleeding and sogginess.
Don’t overmix once raspberries are added to preserve cookie structure.
Chill dough before baking to help maintain a thick cookie shape.
Tools Used
Oven
Stand Mixer
Mixing Bowls
Baking Tray
Parchment Paper
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Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Mix-ins
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Cream cold cubed butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- 2
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and raspberry essence.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- 4
Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Add Raspberries and Chocolate
- 1
Take frozen raspberries from the freezer and toss gently in 1–2 tsp of flour.
- 2
Gently fold in frozen raspberries and dark chocolate chunks. Do not overmix.
Shape and Bake
- 1
Divide dough into 8 large balls (~110g each) and place on a lined tray.
- 2
Chill dough for 30 minutes (optional but recommended for shape).
- 3
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- 4
Bake for 13–15 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft and slightly underbaked.
- 5
Cool on tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Comments & Reviews
Lara
7/13/2025
This version with frozen raspberries worked so well! Loved the soft gooey center.
Jamie
7/13/2025
I skipped the raspberry essence and still got a great berry flavour from the frozen fruit. Definitely making again.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 large cookie (~110g)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
