🎉 Introduction
Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a fun and flavorful twist on classic sugar cookies. Soft, buttery, and lightly crisp on the edges, these cookies are infused with real strawberry flavor thanks to freeze-dried strawberry powder. The result is a naturally sweet, fruity cookie with a beautiful pink hue and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Perfect for Valentine’s Day, spring celebrations, baby showers, or everyday treats, these cookies are as pretty as they are delicious. Simple ingredients and easy steps make this strawberry sugar cookie recipe a go-to option when you want something playful, colorful, and crowd-pleasing.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and freeze-dried strawberry powder.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Step 6: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
Step 7: Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8: Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand.
Step 9: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers remain soft.
Step 10: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Step 11: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: About 24 cookies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: About 30 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 7 days for extended freshness.
- Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.
- Reheating is not necessary.
🥄 Variations
- Roll dough balls in sugar before baking for a sparkly finish.
- Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Sandwich cookies with vanilla frosting for a layered treat.
- Add an extra tablespoon of strawberry powder for stronger flavor.
- Drizzle with a simple sugar glaze once cooled.
❓ 10 FAQs
- Do these cookies taste artificial?
No, freeze-dried strawberries give natural flavor. - Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
They are soft with lightly crisp edges. - Can I use fresh strawberries instead?
Freeze-dried powder works best for texture. - Why is strawberry powder important?
It adds flavor without extra moisture. - Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate for up to 24 hours. - Do these cookies spread a lot?
No, they hold their shape well. - Can I make them smaller?
Yes, reduce baking time slightly. - Are these good for gifting?
Absolutely, they’re colorful and festive. - Can I double the recipe?
Yes, it scales easily. - How do I keep them soft?
Store them in an airtight container.
🏁 Conclusion
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a delightful way to bring color, sweetness, and fruity flavor to your baking. Soft, buttery, and naturally pink, they’re perfect for celebrations or simple everyday treats. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your cookie collection.
Strawberry Sugar Cookies – Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Pink
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No, freeze-dried strawberries give natural flavor. Are these cookies soft or crunchy?
They are soft with lightly crisp edges. Can I use fresh strawberries instead?
Freeze-dried powder works best for texture. Why is strawberry powder important?
It adds flavor without extra moisture. Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Do these cookies spread a lot?
No, they hold their shape well. Can I make them smaller?
Yes, reduce baking time slightly. Are these good for gifting?
Absolutely, they’re colorful and festive. Can I double the recipe?
Yes, it scales easily. How do I keep them soft?
Store them in an airtight container. 🏁 Conclusion
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a delightful way to bring color, sweetness, and fruity flavor to your baking. Soft, buttery, and naturally pink, they’re perfect for celebrations or simple everyday treats. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your cookie collection.
