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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Irresistibly Sweet Strawberry Shortbread Cookies to Savor

Delightful Strawberry Shortbread Cookies blend buttery goodness with vibrant strawberry flavor in each bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup butter, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy creaming
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sift before measuring for better incorporation
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Consider using almond extract for a different twist
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries Provides intense strawberry flavor and a beautiful pink hue
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sift before measuring for best results
  • 2 tablespoons milk Cream or non-dairy milk can be alternatives

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
  1. Cream the butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Incorporate vanilla extract and gradually sift in all-purpose flour.
  3. Fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries gently.
  4. Shape the dough into a log or roll it out to 1/2-inch thickness.
  5. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  6. Cut the dough into rounds or shapes and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake cookies for 18-22 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and milk.
  10. Glaze the cooled cookies and let the glaze set for at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. They can also be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

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