Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic strawberry shortcake dessert, combining the best of both worlds—fresh strawberries and buttery cookies. These soft, chewy cookies are bursting with sweet strawberry flavor and have a light, biscuit-like texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or just as a sweet treat, these cookies are easy to make and sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 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 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
- Add the Strawberries: Gently fold in the freeze-dried strawberries, fresh strawberries, and heavy cream. If desired, stir in the white chocolate chips for added sweetness.
- Shape the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve these delicious strawberry shortcake cookies with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat after a meal.
These strawberry shortcake cookies are perfect for any occasion, combining the fresh flavor of strawberries with the comforting texture of cookies.