Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Crunch Cookies, a sweet treat that perfectly marries a soft vanilla cookie base with a buttery strawberry crumb topping and a charming pink drizzle. Inspired by classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bars, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful. They’re perfect for any occasion—be it parties, picnics, or simply enjoying at home. With their easy-to-follow recipe, you can impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed)
- 3/4 cup vanilla wafer cookies (crushed)
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on the baking sheet; flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- While warm, sprinkle strawberry crunch topping on each cookie.
- Let cool completely before drizzling with pink icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg