Brighten your day with these delightful Strawberry Sugar Cookies! Soft and sweet, they’re rolled in sparkling strawberry sugar for an extra special touch. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Servings: About 24 cookies
Ingredients:
For the cookies:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
For the sparkling strawberry sugar:
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon crushed freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and crushed freeze-dried strawberries to create the sparkling sugar.
7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough, roll them in the sparkling strawberry sugar, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Gently flatten the dough balls with the bottom of a glass.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Enjoy these delightful Strawberry Sugar Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee! Perfect for sharing with friends or savoring on your own! 🍰❤️🌟