Description

These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are bursting with fruity sweetness and topped with a sparkling sugar crust for a delightful treat. Perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, ground into powder
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup sparkling sugar for coating

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Blend the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder using a food processor. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and strawberry powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat in sparkling sugar. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use room-temperature butter and egg. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and tender.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 50
Fat: 5
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 18
Protein: 1

Keywords: Strawberry Sugar Cookies, Easy Cookies, Sparkling Cookies, Fruity Dessert, Party Treats