Description
Valentine’s Day Strawberry Shortbread Cookies are the perfect sweet treat to celebrate love and affection. These cookies combine a buttery, crumbly texture with the fresh, vibrant flavor of strawberries, making them an irresistible addition to any romantic occasion. Their delightful pink hue and fragrant aroma will charm your loved ones, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy moment at home. Easy to make in just 25 minutes, these cookies are not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to experiment with various berries. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and watch as they spread joy among friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and gently fold in the finely chopped strawberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spaced apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden around the edges yet soft in the center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg