Ingredients
Scale
Core Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped or mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking mix for gluten-free option)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Crunch Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, pecans, walnuts, or pistachios)
- or 1/2 cup crisped rice cereal
Optional Variations
- 1 flax egg for vegan substitution (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water, rested)
- 1/4 cup dried strawberries or freeze-dried strawberry pieces
- 1/2 cup white or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry. Finely chop or slightly mash them, depending on whether you prefer chunks or a more blended fruit flavor throughout your cookie dough.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure an even distribution before adding to the wet ingredients.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, incorporating air to improve texture.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add vanilla extract and the prepared strawberries to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated to form a consistent flavor base.
- Blend in dry ingredients and crunch: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients. Then gently stir in your choice of chopped nuts or crisped rice cereal to add the signature crunchy texture.
- Shape and chill: Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help maintain shape and enhance crunch during baking.
- Bake to perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers are set but still tender. Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Do not skip chilling the dough; it helps maintain cookie shape and improves crunchiness.
- Fold in nuts or cereal gently to avoid breaking them up too much and preserve texture.
- Watch the baking time carefully—cookies should have slightly soft centers that firm as they cool.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh and crispy for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with flour substitution)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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