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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Heavenly Strawberry Shortbread Cookies for Any Occasion

Delightful Strawberry Shortbread Cookies are perfect for special occasions, infused with vibrant freeze-dried strawberries for a rich flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Powdered Sugar more for glazing
  • 1 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries processed into powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons Milk can use non-dairy milk
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk can use non-dairy options

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Food Processor
  • Cookie cutter
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the freeze-dried strawberries by processing them in a food processor until mostly powdered, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened salted butter and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract, milk, and strawberry powder to the mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Flatten the dough into a disk shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  5. Roll the chilled dough between parchment paper to 1/4 inch thick and cut out heart shapes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and bake cookies for 13-15 minutes until edges are faintly golden.
  7. Allow cookies to cool, then prepare the glaze by mixing strawberry powder, powdered sugar, and milk to achieve a smooth consistency.
  8. Spread the glaze over cooled cookies and sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Allow glaze to set for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the dough and avoid overmixing after adding wet ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.

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