Description
These Strawberry Crunch Cookies bring irresistible flavor and a satisfying crunch. With a delightful mix of freeze-dried strawberries and a quick preparation, they are an ideal treat for any gathering or simply for yourself.
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter (1 cup)
- Granulated Sugar (1 cup)
- Brown Sugar (1 cup)
- Large Eggs (2)
- Vanilla Extract (2 teaspoons)
- All-Purpose Flour (3 cups)
- Baking Soda (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Freeze-Dried Strawberries (1 cup)
- Strawberry Cake Mix (1 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; combine with wet mixture until just mixed.
- Fold in freeze-dried strawberries and strawberry cake mix gently.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheet; sprinkle crushed strawberries on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Let cool briefly, then top with a mixture of crushed freeze-dried strawberries and graham crackers.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with plant-based butter.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes prior to baking to prevent excessive spreading.
Use room temperature eggs for a smoother batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
