Have you ever tried Strawberry Crunch Cookies? They are the perfect way to enjoy the taste of summer, even when it's not strawberry season! These cookies are easy to make and so delicious.
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This recipe is a delicious combination of sugar cookie dough and dehydrated strawberries. The result is a soft, sweet, and slightly tart cookie that everyone will love.
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Whether you need a quick cookie recipe or a delicious dessert recipe, these cookies can be your go to. Once you try them, you'll be hooked!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ideal for any occasion. These strawberry crunch cookies are perfect for any occasion, and they're so easy to make.
- Easy to make. The dough comes together in just a few minutes, and then you simply add in the dehydrated strawberries. YUM!
- Perfect for kids. If you have kids that want to make cookies with you, this is a simple recipe that you all can do together!
Ingredients You'll Need
- Package Sugar Cookie Mix: You'll need a whole package of sugar cookie mix to make the cookie dough.
- Plus Ingredients Called for on the Package: Make sure you take a close look at what's on the back of the package of the cookie mix!
- Dehydrated Strawberries: The true star of the show is the dehydrated strawberries that you'll use in these cookies!
To make the optional frosting, you'll need:
- Butter, Softened
- Powdered Icing Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Cream or Milk
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Step 2: Prepare the sugar cookie mix according to package directions.
Step 3: Place the dehydrated strawberries in a blender or food processor and blitz until it resembles a fine powder. Place the strawberry powder in a small bowl and set aside.
Step 4: Use a cookie scoop and portion out the sugar cookies. Roll the sugar cookies in the dehydrated strawberry powder.
Step 5: Place the rolled sugar cookies on the prepared baking sheets at least 2 apart.
Step 6: Bake according to the sugar cookie package’s directions.
Step 7: Meanwhile, if planning to serve with the frosting, place all of the frosting ingredients in a small bowl and beat together for 2 minutes. Adjust the consistency with additional sugar or cream, as desired.
Step 8: Once the cookies are cooled, you can frost them with the optional vanilla frosting and sprinkle with remaining strawberry powder.
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Expert Tips
- Don't have dehydrated strawberries? You can use freeze-dried strawberries instead. Just place them in a food processor or blender and pulse until they're a fine powder.
- If you want an extra tart cookie, add ¼ teaspoon of citric acid to the strawberry powder.
- If you want an extra sweet cookie, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the strawberry powder.
Variations
- If you're not a fan of strawberries, you can try this recipe with another dried fruit. Just substitute the dehydrated strawberries for your favorite dried fruit.
- Want to change up the flavor of these cookies? You can add 1 teaspoon of extract to the cookie dough. Some good options include: almond, lemon, or orange.
- Use store-bought vanilla frosting. Just add a few drops of red food coloring to give it a pink tint.
- You can also just make a basic cookie with the packaged dough that you have! A plain cookie is okay too.
Storing & Freezing
Storing: These cookies are best enjoyed the same day they're made. However, they will be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freezing: These cookies can also be frozen, without the frosting. Just place them in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes and then frost as desired.
Recipe FAQ's
No, you don't have to use the frosting. These cookies are delicious on their own. However, the frosting makes them even sweeter and even more delicious!
Yes, you can make the cookie dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just make sure to take it out of the fridge about 30 minutes before you're ready to bake so that it has time to come to room temperature.
Strawberry crunch is made of dehydrated strawberries that have been ground into a powder. Once you learn how to do the crunch in this cookie, there will be no turning back!
This recipe makes approximately 12 cookies. You can double or triple this batch of cookies to make even more.
These cookies are delicious on their own. However, if you want to dress them up a bit, try serving them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. You could also serve them with a cup of tea or coffee.
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Strawberry Crunch Cookies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 package sugar cookie mix plus Ingredients called for on the package
- 3 tablespoons dehydrated strawberries
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Prepare the sugar cookie mix according to package directions.
- Place the dehydrated strawberries in a blender or food processor and blitz until it resembles a fine powder. Place the strawberry powder in a small bowl and set aside.
- Use a cookie scoop and portion out the sugar cookies. Roll the sugar cookies in the dehydrated strawberry powder.
- Place the rolled sugar cookies on the prepared baking sheets at least 2 apart. Bake according to the sugar cookie package’s directions.
- Meanwhile, if planning to serve with the frosting, place all of the frosting ingredients in a small bowl and beat together for 2 minutes. Adjust the consistency with additional sugar or cream, as desired.
- Once the cookies are cooled, you can frost them with the optional vanilla frosting and sprinkle with remaining strawberry powder
Notes
- Don't have dehydrated strawberries? You can use freeze-dried strawberries instead. Just place them in a food processor or blender and pulse until they're a fine powder.
- If you want an extra tart cookie, add ¼ teaspoon of citric acid to the strawberry powder.
- If you want an extra sweet cookie, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the strawberry powder.
- Storing: These cookies are best enjoyed the same day they're made. However, they will be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: These cookies can also be frozen, without the frosting. Just place them in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes and then frost as desired.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Enjoy!
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