Strawberry Cookies

Strawberry Cookies are a delightful treat that brings joy to any occasion. With a soft, chewy texture and sweet strawberry flavor, these cookies are perfect for a family gathering or just a sweet snack after dinner. Whether you’re baking with kids or impressing friends, this cookie recipe is sure to be a hit!

Why Make This Recipe

Making Strawberry Cookies is fun and easy! They are not only delicious but also a great way to use fresh strawberries. Plus, they have a creamy filling that makes each bite even more special. These cookies can brighten up your day and make any gathering feel festive. Give them a try; you won’t regret it!

How to Make Strawberry Cookies

Ingredients

For The Cream Cheese Filling:

• 6 ounces of cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup of powdered sugar

For The Strawberry Cookie Dough:

• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1 cup of salted sweet cream butter, softened
• 2/3 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup of light brown sugar, packed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon of strawberry extract
• 1 large egg + 1 egg white, room temperature
• 1 cup of capped, cored, and finely chopped fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour

For Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies:

• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
• 1 box of strawberry cake mix
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries
• 8 ounces of cream cheese
• 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 6 sliced fresh strawberries

For Cake Mix Cookies:

• 1 (15.25-ounce) box of strawberry cake mix
• 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup of white chocolate chips

For Pudding Cookies:

• 1 cup of unsalted butter
• 1 cup of granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons of strawberry-flavored instant jello gelatin powder
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon of strawberry extract
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 (3.4-ounce) box of cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 (12-ounce bag) of white chocolate chips

Directions

1. First, make the Cream Cheese Filling by beating together 6 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1/3 cup of powdered sugar until smooth. Set it aside.
2. Next, for the Strawberry Cookie Dough, mix the flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add vanilla extract, strawberry extract, the egg, and egg white. Mix until everything is well combined. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Carefully fold in the chopped strawberries and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of flour.
3. Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.
4. When you’re ready to bake, scoop out some dough, add a small spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center, and cover it with more dough.
5. For Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies, mix together the eggs, vegetable oil, and cake mix. Add baking powder and chopped strawberries, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes. Once they are baked, top with cream cheese frosting made with cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
6. For Cake Mix Cookies, simply mix the cake mix with oil and eggs, fold in the white chocolate chips, and bake as directed.
7. For Pudding Cookies, cream together the butter and sugar, add the strawberry gelatin, eggs, extracts, flour, pudding mix, and baking powder. Stir in white chocolate chips and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

How to Serve Strawberry Cookies

Serve your Strawberry Cookies warm or at room temperature. They are yummy on their own or can be paired with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a fun presentation, place them on a colorful plate or add a few fresh strawberries as decoration.

How to Store Strawberry Cookies

Store your Strawberry Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for about 3-5 days. If you want them to last longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. Just make sure to separate layers with wax paper to avoid sticking.

Tips to Make Strawberry Cookies

• Make sure your butter is softened; this helps in creaming it well with sugars.
• Chill the dough! This step is important for perfectly shaped cookies.
• Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor, but you can also use frozen ones; just make sure to thaw and drain them first.
• If you want an extra touch, add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top before serving.

Variation

Feeling adventurous? Try adding nuts or white chocolate chips to the dough for a flavor twist. You could also switch the strawberry extract for another flavor, like vanilla or almond, for something different!

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen strawberries in this recipe?
   Yes, but make sure to thaw and drain them first to remove excess moisture.

2. How can I make these cookies gluten-free?
   Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

3. What if I don’t have cream cheese?
   You can use mascarpone cheese or Greek yogurt as an alternative for the cream cheese filling.

Enjoy making these Strawberry Cookies and sharing them with family and friends! They’re sure to bring smiles all around!

Strawberry Cookies

Delightful Strawberry Cookies with a soft, chewy texture and sweet strawberry flavor, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 42 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American, Baking

Servings 24 cookies

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

For The Cream Cheese Filling

• 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar

For The Strawberry Cookie Dough

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup salted sweet cream butter, softened
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
• 1 large egg + 1 egg white, room temperature
• 1 cup capped, cored, and finely chopped fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour For sprinkling on strawberries

For Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies

• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 box strawberry cake mix
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 slices fresh strawberries

For Cake Mix Cookies

• 1 box strawberry cake mix (15.25 ounces)
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs room temperature
• 1 cup white chocolate chips

For Pudding Cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons strawberry-flavored instant jello gelatin powder
• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 box cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 bag white chocolate chips (12-ounce)

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Make the Cream Cheese Filling by beating together the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
• For the Strawberry Cookie Dough, mix the flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl.
• In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the vanilla extract, strawberry extract, the egg, and egg white. Mix until well combined.
• Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
• Carefully fold in the chopped strawberries and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of flour.
• Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Baking

• Scoop out some dough, add a small spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center, and cover it with more dough.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

Frosting

• For Cream Cheese Frosted Cookies, mix together the eggs, vegetable oil, and cake mix. Add baking powder and chopped strawberries, and bake.
• Top with cream cheese frosting made with cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Variations

• For Cake Mix Cookies, mix the cake mix with oil and eggs, fold in white chocolate chips, and bake as directed.
• For Pudding Cookies, cream together the butter and sugar, add the strawberry gelatin, eggs, extracts, flour, pudding mix, and baking powder. Stir in white chocolate chips and bake.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. You can add nuts or white chocolate chips for a flavor twist.

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