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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Buttery Strawberry Shortbread Cookies for a Sweet Treat

These Strawberry Shortbread Cookies deliver buttery bliss and fruity flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 11.25 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour Provides the perfect structure; substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 0.75 ounces freeze-dried strawberries Ensure pieces are intact for best flavor.
  • 8 ounces unsalted butter Room temperature, high-quality for best results.
  • 4 ounces granulated sugar Swap with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sift before measuring for smoother texture.
  • 3-5 tablespoons whole milk Adjusts glaze consistency; can use almond milk for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Stand mixer
  • cookie cutters
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare dry ingredients by blending flour and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until finely ground. Set aside.
  2. Mix butter and sugar using a stand mixer until creamy and light, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Combine the flour mixture with the creamy butter mixture until a cohesive dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 20 minutes, shaped into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  5. Shape cookies by rolling dough to 1/2-inch thick and cutting into shapes. Prick with a fork.
  6. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Bake cookies for 20-25 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom.
  7. Make the glaze by processing powdered sugar and freeze-dried strawberries until smooth. Stir in milk to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Glaze cookies once cooled, allowing excess to drip off and setting on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough well is essential for maintaining cookie shape and texture. Store ungrazed cookies at room temperature for up to 10 days. For the best flavor, use quality ingredients.

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