Luscious Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Luscious Strawberry Sugar Cookies are soft, flavorful, and bursting with sweet strawberry goodness! Here’s a simple recipe to make these delicious cookies:

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Luscious Strawberry Sugar Cookies 🍪🍓

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional, for extra flavor)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (or strawberry jello mix for added flavor)

Extra granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. Cream the Butter and Sugar:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the Egg and Flavorings:

Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry extract (if using) until combined.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

6. Add the Strawberry Flavor:

Stir in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries (or strawberry jello mix if you prefer) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

7. Form the Cookies:

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then roll them in the extra granulated sugar to coat. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake the Cookies:

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the centers are set.

9. Cool and Enjoy:

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips:

For Extra Strawberry Flavor: If you want a more intense strawberry flavor, you can use strawberry jello mix in place of the freeze-dried strawberries.
Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for later enjoyment!

These Luscious Strawberry Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with a sweet strawberry flavor—perfect for any occasion! Enjoy! 🍓🍪