Why Make This Recipe
Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies are a delightful treat that brings together the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberries with the creamy richness of white chocolate. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering, snacking at home, or looking for a sweet gift. They are easy to make and are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
How to Make Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups and 2 tablespoons flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer, combine the butter with the sugars until creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just blended.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Crush the strawberry pieces gently by hand into small chunks. Do not make a powder; just break them into smaller pieces. Fold the strawberries into the dough.
- Roll the dough into balls, aiming for 9 to 12 cookies, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, depending on the size of your cookies.
- Let the cookies sit out for a few minutes so they can cool and firm up into soft, dense, buttery cookies.
How to Serve Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
Serve these cookies warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or coffee. Whether enjoyed as a dessert or a snack, their unique flavors will surely be a hit!
How to Store Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for about a week. If you want to keep them for longer, consider freezing them. Just make sure to wrap them well in plastic wrap or foil before placing them in a freezer bag.
Tips to Make Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for better mixing.
- Don’t overmix the dough; mix until just combined to keep the cookies soft.
- Adjust the amount of freeze-dried strawberries based on your preference for a stronger or lighter strawberry flavor.
Variation
You can add nuts like chopped walnuts or pecans for an extra crunch. Additionally, try replacing the white chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips for a different taste.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried?
A: Fresh strawberries will add moisture to the dough, which can affect the texture. It’s best to stick with freeze-dried strawberries for this recipe.
Q2: How can I make these cookies more colorful?
A: You can add some food coloring to the dough or add colorful sprinkles on top before baking.
Q3: What should I do if my cookies are too flat?
A: Ensure that your butter is not too warm before mixing. Also, check your baking soda and flour measurements to make sure they are accurate.
Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups flour
- 2 tablespoons flour Total flour is 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons.
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries Add more for a stronger strawberry flavor.
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips You can substitute with dark chocolate chips for variation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer, combine the butter with the sugars until creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just blended.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Crush the strawberry pieces gently by hand into small chunks, then fold the strawberries into the dough.
Baking
- Roll the dough into balls, aiming for 9 to 12 cookies, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, depending on the size of your cookies.
- Let the cookies sit for a few minutes to cool and firm up into soft, dense, buttery cookies.