Strawberry Cookie Dough

introduction

This simple cookie dough makes soft, pink strawberry cookies. You can make them fast with few parts. Try them with tea or milk. For a twist, see strawberry cheesecake cookies for more ideas.

why make this recipe

You make this recipe when you want a sweet, soft cookie that smells like strawberries. Kids like the pink color. You use plain parts that you likely have at home. You can also pair them with ice cream like in a cookie dough ice cream cake idea.

how to make Strawberry Cookie Dough

You mix wet parts and dry parts and then bake. You work in clear steps so the dough stays soft. If you want a quick treat, you can shape small rounds and bake for less time. For a larger dessert, you can use the dough in a layered treat like cookie dough layer.

Ingredients :

• 1 cup butter
• 1 and 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp strawberry extract
• 2 tsp pink food coloring
• 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and soft.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and strawberry extracts.
4. Add the pink food coloring and mix until the color is even.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Slowly add the dry mix to the wet mix and stir until you see no dry streaks.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn light gold.
9. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool all the way.
   
   

how to serve Strawberry Cookie Dough

Serve the cookies warm or at room heat. You can put two cookies around a scoop of vanilla ice cream to make a small sandwich. You can also serve them with a glass of cold milk or a cup of tea. Try a plate with mixed cookies and a note pointing to a cookie dough ice cream cake for a party idea.

how to store Strawberry Cookie Dough

Put cooled cookies in an airtight box. Store at room heat for up to 3 days. For more days, put them in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze the baked cookies in a sealed bag for up to 3 months.

tips to make Strawberry Cookie Dough

• Use room warm butter so it creams well.
• Do not mix too long after you add the flour. Mix until just combined.
• Use a small scoop to make even cookies.
• If you like more fruit taste, add one more drop of strawberry extract. You can learn other ways to use cookie dough in treats like ice cream cake.

variation (if any)

• Add white chips or tiny chocolate bits for a mix of flavors.
• Make mini cookies for bite-size snacks.
• Swap pink food color for a light red or leave it out for a mild look.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen butter?
A: No. Use room warm butter for best texture.

Q: Can I use jam instead of extract?
A: You can try a small spoon of jam, but it may change the dough wetness.

Q: Do I need to chill the dough before baking?
A: You do not need to chill it. You can bake right away.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. Make the dough and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Q: Are these safe for kids to help make?
A: Yes. Kids can help mix and place dough on the tray with adult help.

Conclusion

Try a similar idea and more tips at this page: Strawberry Cookies – Sugar Spun Run.

Strawberry Cookie Dough

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• Author: olivia
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Delicious and soft strawberry cookies that are easy to make with simple ingredients.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup butter
• 1 and 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp strawberry extract
• 2 tsp pink food coloring
• 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and soft.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and strawberry extracts.
4. Add the pink food coloring and mix until the color is even.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Slowly add the dry mix to the wet mix and stir until you see no dry streaks.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn light gold.
9. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for better texture and do not overmix after adding flour.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 180
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 30mg