Description
Delight in these soft and fruity Strawberry Cookies made with real frozen strawberries, tender butter, and a sweet glaze drizzle. Perfectly baked to a light golden edge with a moist center, these cookies offer a fresh burst of strawberry flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and ideal for sharing, they make a charming treat for any occasion or a sweet indulgence with your tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- ¾ cup frozen strawberries
- ⅔ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of sea salt
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Thaw Strawberries: Microwave the frozen strawberries for 60 to 90 seconds, until they are thawed and juicy. There should be some strawberry juice released; do not drain this as it adds flavor and moisture to the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine cold butter cubes and granulated sugar. Beat on high speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Add Strawberries: Pour in the thawed strawberries along with their juices into the butter-sugar mixture. Beat them together until thoroughly combined to infuse the dough with strawberry flavor.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of sea salt to the mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a smooth cookie dough.
- Scoop Dough: Use a cookie scoop to form evenly sized balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking pan, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 10 minutes or until the edges are set and lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the pan.
- Prepare Glaze: While cookies cool, mix powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl. Stir until you achieve a creamy glaze with no lumps.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once cookies are fully cooled, drizzle the glaze on top evenly. Let the glaze set briefly before serving to enjoy a delicious, sweet finish.
Notes
- Using cold butter helps the cookies hold their shape and achieve a tender texture.
- Do not drain the strawberry juices after microwaving to maintain moisture and flavor.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
