Description
Delight in these Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies that offer a burst of fresh strawberry flavor in every bite. Made with a blend of freeze-dried strawberry powder and strawberry jam, these soft and chewy cookies are topped with a luscious cream cheese strawberry icing, making them the perfect treat for any strawberry lover.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 cups freeze-dried strawberries (blended into powder)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup strawberry jam
Icing
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup hot milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Strawberry Powder: Use a blender to finely crush the freeze-dried strawberries into a powder to infuse strong strawberry flavor into your cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Stir in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, creating a smooth batter base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, strawberry powder, and kosher salt into the wet ingredients to form a dough. Stir in the strawberry jam evenly to add moisture and enhance strawberry flavor.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls and arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for about 8 minutes, then flatten them slightly with a spatula and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cookies are golden around the edges.
- Prepare Icing: In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, hot milk, strawberry powder (reserve some from earlier), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy to create a luscious strawberry icing.
- Ice the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely, then either dip them into the icing or drizzle it over the top for a beautiful and tasty finish.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Freeze-dried strawberries can be purchased pre-packaged or found in bulk at specialty stores.
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can add an extra tablespoon of strawberry jam or more strawberry powder.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- If the icing is too thick, add a little more hot milk to reach desired consistency.
