Description
Delight in these delicate Strawberry Shortbread Cookies that blend buttery richness with the vibrant flavor of freeze-dried strawberries. Perfectly crisp with a tender crumb, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for sharing or enjoying as a sweet treat with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies do not stick and bake evenly.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add in the vanilla extract and continue mixing until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and the crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring gently until a soft, cohesive dough forms without overmixing.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls and place them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork or a spoon to create a traditional shortbread shape.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn a light golden color, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their crisp texture.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better cookie texture.
- Do not overbake; cookies should be lightly golden at the edges while still tender in the center.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add intense flavor without adding moisture, keeping cookies crisp.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
