Description

Discover the joy of baking soft, sweet Strawberry Sugar Cookies bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and a tender crumb. Perfect for all skill levels, this simple recipe uses wholesome ingredients to create delightful cookies that are soft, chewy, and beautifully pink-hued. Ideal for snacks, celebrations, or gifting, these cookies offer a perfectly balanced sweetness and easy customization options.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped

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Instructions

Prepare Fresh Strawberries: Begin by washing and finely chopping fresh strawberries into small pieces to evenly distribute throughout the dough, ensuring every bite bursts with berry goodness.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which is key to a tender texture with slightly crisp edges.
Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, adding moisture and depth of flavor to create a silky, rich dough.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing slowly and gently to avoid overworking the dough and maintain tenderness.
Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold the finely chopped fresh strawberries into the dough, taking care to distribute evenly without crushing the berries to preserve their fresh texture.
Chill the Dough: Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies retain their shape during baking and enhances flavor melding.
Shape and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop the chilled dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in evenly sized balls. Flatten slightly if you prefer thinner cookies. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This step lets them firm up while staying soft inside, ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

Use fresh strawberries; frozen berries release too much moisture and alter dough consistency.
Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and prevent toughness.
Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading and create perfectly shaped cookies.
Bake cookies on parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
Adjust baking time carefully and consider slight underbaking to retain softness inside.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg