Description
Strawberry Shortcake Sugar Cookies are a delightful fusion of buttery sweetness and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion. These soft, chewy cookies capture the essence of summer with every bite, making them an ideal treat for gatherings or a simple afternoon indulgence. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, baking these cookies is a breeze. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or saved for later, they promise to evoke sweet memories and smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients; fold in chopped strawberries.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before enjoying.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Experiment with additional flavors by adding lemon zest or almond extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg