Strawberry Crunch Cookies

Strawberry Crunch Cookies 🍪🍓

These Strawberry Crunch Cookies are a delightful combination of sweet strawberry flavor and a crunchy, crumbly texture. With a rich strawberry taste and a fun, crunchy topping, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving them at a party or enjoying them as a treat!

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup strawberry cake mix (for extra strawberry flavor)
• 2 tablespoons milk (if needed to adjust dough consistency)

For the Crunch Topping:

• ½ cup strawberry cake mix
• ¼ cup crushed graham crackers (or crushed vanilla wafers)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
   • In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
   • Stir in the strawberry cake mix until fully combined.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. If the dough feels too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to help bring it together.

3. Prepare the Crunch Topping:

   • In a small bowl, mix together the strawberry cake mix, crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until everything is combined and crumbly.

4. Shape and Coat the Cookies:

   • Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, scoop the dough into balls and roll them in the crunch topping mixture. Make sure each ball is well coated.
   • Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

5. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.

6. Cool and Serve:

   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• For Extra Strawberry Flavor: Add dried strawberry pieces or strawberry-flavored chips to the cookie dough for even more strawberry goodness.
• Storage: Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

These Strawberry Crunch Cookies are a sweet, fruity treat with the perfect amount of crunch. They’re great for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee, and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! 🍓🍪