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Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe

Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe
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These Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are tender, buttery, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Perfectly light and fluffy with a hint of vanilla, these cookies capture the essence of a classic strawberry shortcake in a convenient cookie form, making them ideal for dessert or an anytime treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional Ingredient

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully combined, contributing moisture and flavor.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined; then gently fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries to distribute them evenly without crushing.
  6. Scoop Dough: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked for optimal tenderness.
  8. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture; frozen strawberries will release too much moisture.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature to cream properly with sugar.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies tender.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Optionally, dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.

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