Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Strawberry Sugar Cookies with Sparkling Strawberry Sugar Recipe. These soft, chewy cookies are infused with rich strawberry notes and topped with a sparkling sugar coating that adds a satisfying crunch. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, they not only make a colorful addition to any dessert table but also offer a burst of fruity sweetness that will charm your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving a refreshing treat, these cookies are sure to impress. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they are the ideal baking project for both novice and experienced bakers.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (36g) freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure strawberry extract
- ½ teaspoon red gel food coloring
- ½ cup white or red sparkling sugar (sanding sugar)
- 1 tablespoon freeze-dried strawberry powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Blend freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder for the cookie dough and sparkling sugar.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs, vanilla, strawberry extract, and food coloring.
- Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, and strawberry powder.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures gently; chill dough for at least 2 hours.
- Roll dough into balls, coat them with sparkling sugar, and bake for 10 minutes until set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg