Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe
These Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional shortcake, with the added sweetness of fresh strawberries. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a tea party or just craving a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Cookies, Soft Cookies, Strawberry Cookies
