Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Iced Oatmeal Cookies, a delicious twist on the classic oatmeal treat. These cookies boast soft centers and chewy edges, topped with a vibrant strawberry icing that adds a burst of fruity sweetness. Perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or cozy afternoons at home, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress. With wholesome oats and a customizable icing, you can create a unique dessert that stands out on any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon molasses (or honey)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown bits form; cool for about 20 minutes.
- Process oats into fine crumbs; set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine cooled butter with sugars; mix well before adding egg and vanilla.
- Stir in molasses and fold in dry ingredients along with processed oats.
- Chill dough for at least three hours or overnight.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets; bake for 10–11 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar, strawberry powder, and milk.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg