Description
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and infused with real strawberries, making them a perfect summer treat. With a delicate balance of sweetness and fruity freshness, they bring back memories of sun-kissed afternoons and homemade desserts. Enjoy them with a glass of lemonade or as a light and fruity snack!
Ingredients
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- For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped (pat dry with a paper towel)
- For the Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon crushed freeze-dried strawberries (for extra strawberry flavor, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter & Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Combine & Fold in Fresh Strawberries:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped fresh strawberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Coat the Cookies:
- In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and extra crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Roll 1½ tablespoon-sized balls of dough in the sugar mixture.
- Bake:
- Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Want a strawberry glaze? Mix ½ cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tablespoons strawberry puree and drizzle on top!
- Recipe Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~140
- Sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Sodium: ~30mg
- Fat: ~6g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~18g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~2g
- Cholesterol: ~20mg