Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Soft and Tender Strawberry Shortbread Cookies. These buttery treats marry the classic shortbread texture with the vibrant essence of freeze-dried strawberries, creating a sweet sensation that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a tea party, birthday celebration, or a cozy afternoon snack. Each cookie is finished with an all-natural strawberry glaze, elevating both flavor and presentation. With their melt-in-your-mouth quality and stunning appearance, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 320 grams unbleached all-purpose flour
- 21 grams freeze-dried strawberries
- 227 grams unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 114 grams granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 120 grams powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 14 grams freeze-dried strawberries (for glaze)
- Whole milk (3-5 tablespoons for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, freeze-dried strawberries, and salt; whisk to blend.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy; mix in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture until combined into a soft dough.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface; cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, additional freeze-dried strawberries, and enough milk for drizzle consistency; top cooled cookies before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 17mg