Strawberry cookies are a delightful treat that combine the sweetness of strawberries with a soft, chewy texture.
This recipe is simple and quick, making it perfect for any occasion. Below, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to creating these delicious cookies.
Ingredients
- Freeze-Dried Strawberries: 2½ cups (45 g), ground into powder
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (226 g), softened
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup (200 g) + ¼ cup (50 g) for rolling
- Egg: 1 large
- All-Purpose Flour: 1¾ cups (215 g)
- Baking Soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ¾ teaspoon
- Pink Food Coloring (optional): To achieve desired color
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Strawberry Powder:
- Place freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor and pulse until they become a fine powder. Reserve 1 tablespoon of this powder for later use.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the strawberry powder (except for the reserved tablespoon) until well combined.
- If desired, add pink food coloring to achieve your preferred shade.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Prepare for Baking:
- In a small bowl, mix the reserved tablespoon of strawberry powder with ¼ cup of granulated sugar.
- Using a cookie scoop or measuring spoon, form dough balls of about 1½ tablespoons each and roll them in the strawberry-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 11 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy Your Cookies!
These strawberry cookies are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. The combination of freeze-dried strawberries provides an intense strawberry taste without excess moisture, ensuring your cookies remain soft and chewy. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a glass of milk!
Feel free to experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist. Happy baking!
