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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Delicious Strawberry Shortbread Cookies to Brighten Your Day

Enjoy delightful Strawberry Shortbread Cookies, bursting with strawberry flavor and buttery richness, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup butter (softened) Ensure it's softened, not melted.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for cookie dough)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately to avoid tough cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 1 ounce freeze-dried strawberries Crush into fine powder for smooth dough integration.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze) Adjust consistency with milk as needed.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Necessary for achieving smooth glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • baking sheets
  • plastic wrap
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and mix just until combined.
  2. Gradually add all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
  3. Crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder and gently fold into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
  4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface, knead gently until it holds together, roll into a log, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Slice the chilled dough into rounds, place on parchment-lined baking sheets, and bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
  8. Drizzle or dip cooled cookies into the glaze, allowing excess glaze to drip off, and let set for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies can be adapted for gluten-free options and are perfect for any occasion, bringing joy to family and friends.

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