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Easy Strawberry Sugar Cookies (Using Real Strawberries)

Easy Strawberry Sugar Cookies made with real strawberries are a delightful and flavorful twist on the classic sugar cookie. The fresh, juicy strawberries give the cookies a natural sweetness and a soft pink color that’s perfect for any occasion. These cookies are easy to make and will fill your kitchen with the irresistible scent of fresh strawberries. They’re soft, chewy, and a delicious way to enjoy the sweetness of strawberries in every bite.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Knife for chopping strawberries
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar plus extra for rolling
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry puree optional for extra flavor and color

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • Prepare the Strawberries:
  • Hull the fresh strawberries and chop them into small pieces.
  • For a smoother texture, you can also mash the strawberries with a fork to make a puree. If you use puree, you may want to reduce the amount of sugar slightly, as the strawberries will add sweetness.
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream the Butter and Sugar:
  • In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree (if using), and beat until fully combined.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Add Strawberries:
  • Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the dough, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Shape the Dough:
  • Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form dough balls, about 1 inch in size. Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar to coat them evenly.
  • Bake the Cookies:
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown and the centers are set. The cookies should look soft in the middle but firm up as they cool.
  • Cool the Cookies:
  • Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.