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:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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! 🍓🍪
