Description
Strawberry cookies are soft, chewy, and full of sweet strawberry flavor, making them the perfect fruity twist on classic cookies. Ideal for spring and summer treats, parties, or bake sales.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed) or 1/3 cup finely diced fresh strawberries or strawberry preserves
- Red or pink food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry extract (if using). Mix until well combined.
- If using freeze-dried strawberries, crush them into powder and mix into the dough. If using fresh strawberries or preserves, fold them in gently.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Add food coloring and white chocolate chips if desired, and stir until evenly incorporated.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Freeze-dried strawberries give the strongest flavor and best texture without adding moisture.
- To prevent spreading, chill the dough for 15–30 minutes if using fresh strawberries.
- Store with a slice of bread in the container to keep cookies soft longer.
- Customize with lemon zest, chocolate chips, or glaze for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (of 24)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
