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Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies Recipe

Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies Recipe
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These Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, packed with the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of freeze-dried strawberries. Topped with a luscious strawberry-infused cream cheese icing, these cookies are perfect for any occasion that calls for a fruity, sweet treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 3 cups freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 cup salted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup strawberry jam

Icing

  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup hot milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberry Powder: Using a blender, pulverize freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder. This powder will infuse the dough and the icing with intense strawberry flavor.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This step ensures a soft and tender cookie.
  4. Incorporate Egg and Dry Ingredients: Beat in the egg to the creamed mixture until combined. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, a portion of the strawberry powder (reserve some for the icing), and kosher salt. Mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Add Strawberry Jam: Gently fold in the strawberry jam to add moisture and bursts of sweet strawberry flavor within the dough.
  6. Form Cookies: Roll the dough into evenly sized balls and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 8 minutes. Then, carefully tap the baking sheet to flatten the cookies slightly, and bake for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until edges are set and the cookies are light golden.
  8. Prepare Icing: In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, hot milk, vanilla extract, and the remaining strawberry powder. Stir well until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding a bit more milk if the icing is too thick.
  9. Ice the Cookies: Once the cookies have cooled completely, dip each one into the strawberry cream cheese icing or drizzle the icing over the tops. Allow the icing to set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and a better texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries provide a concentrated strawberry flavor without adding moisture to the dough.
  • The strawberry jam adds delicious pockets of gooey strawberry flavor within the cookies.
  • If you prefer a thicker icing, reduce the amount of milk used.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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Keywords: Strawberry sugar cookies, strawberry icing, cream cheese frosting, freeze-dried strawberries, sweet cookies, baked treats

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