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Strawberry Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these charming Strawberry Cookies featuring the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of freeze-dried strawberries. These cookies balance tender buttery dough with a subtle fruity tang, enhanced by a touch of vanilla and optional pink food coloring for a festive look. Perfectly soft with lightly golden edges, they make a fantastic treat for gatherings or a sweet everyday snack.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • Pink food coloring, as needed (optional)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Grind Strawberries: Place the freeze-dried strawberries into a food processor and pulse until finely ground to create a strawberry powder that will infuse the cookie dough with vibrant flavor.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies evenly and to prevent sticking.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and smooth, creating a creamy base for the dough.
  4. Add Strawberry Powder and Flavorings: Incorporate the ground strawberries into the butter-sugar mixture. If desired, add pink food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of pink (note that the color will lighten after adding flour). Then, mix in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and ensure tender cookies.
  6. Shape Dough Balls: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form about 20 evenly sized dough balls. Place them spaced at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving to set their shape and texture.

Notes

  • Freeze-dried strawberries can be sourced from specialty food stores or online.
  • Adjust the amount of pink food coloring based on how vibrant you want the cookies to appear.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter alternatives.

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