These Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat bursting with strawberry flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine fresh strawberries and strawberry extract to create a sweet and fruity dessert.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🧈 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🌿 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 🌾 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🌿 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 🍓 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
📝 Directions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries.
- Form the Cookies:
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to coat.
- Bake:
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of tea!
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes per batch
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: About 24 cookies
Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
💡 Notes:
- Make sure to use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a stronger strawberry flavor, you can add an additional 1/2 teaspoon of strawberry extract.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For an extra touch, you can drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a little milk.