Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Sugar Cookies with Sparkling Strawberry Sugar. These tender, fruity cookies are infused with fresh strawberry flavor and topped with a shimmering layer of sparkling sugar, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. With their soft texture and vibrant pink hue, they’re not just delicious but also visually stunning—ideal for family gatherings, birthday parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Whip up a batch and let the flavors transport you to a sunny afternoon filled with laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sparkling sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then fold in strawberry puree or chopped strawberries.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture; mix gently to avoid overworking the dough.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Sprinkle each ball generously with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft. Cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg