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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Sweet Strawberry Shortbread Cookies for Last-Minute Treats

These Strawberry Shortbread Cookies are quick and easy to make, deliciously sweet, and perfect for last-minute treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries processed into powder
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Milk whole milk preferred
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Additional Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie cutter
  • Baking sheets

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Process the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder, setting aside about 1 tablespoon for the glaze.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened salted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract, milk, and strawberry powder (except the reserved tablespoon) until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface, and cut into heart shapes.
  7. Place the cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk together the reserved powdered sugar, a splash of milk, and the tablespoon of strawberry powder for the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for the best texture. Experiment with different cookie shapes and flavors for variety.

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