why make this recipe
These iced strawberry sugar cookies are sweet, soft, and pretty. You can make them for a party, a snack, or a simple treat at home. If you like floral or nut cookies too, try a different flavor like rose and pistachio shortbread cookies for a change.
introduction
This recipe mixes strawberry powder into the dough and into a creamy icing. The cookies are easy to make and look bright pink. They use simple pantry items and a little freeze-dried strawberry powder to give real strawberry taste. For more ideas using strawberries in desserts, see this strawberry crunch cake recipe.
how to make Iced Strawberry Sugar Cookies
- Read the ingredient list and preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Mix dry items first so they blend evenly.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light. Add eggs and vanilla, and beat until smooth.
- Add dry mix to the wet mix and stir until no streaks remain. Chill the dough so the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake until edges are lightly golden, then cool on a rack.
- Whisk the icing ingredients until smooth. Dip each cooled cookie and let the icing set before serving.
Ingredients :
- 2 ¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- ½ cup (30g) freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 ounces (60g) block cream cheese
- ½ cup (65g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Directions :
- Step 1: Mix Dry IngredientsWhisk flour, strawberry powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Step 2: Cream Butter and SugarBeat butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Step 3: Add EggsMix in egg and egg yolk until fully combined.
- Step 4: Combine DoughAdd dry ingredients and mix until no streaks remain.
- Step 5: Chill DoughScoop into balls and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 6: BakeBake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Step 7: Make IcingWhisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, strawberry powder, and milk until smooth.
- Step 8: Dip and SetDip cooled cookies into icing and allow to set before serving.
how to serve Iced Strawberry Sugar Cookies
Serve these cookies on a plate at room temperature. They go well with tea, milk, or a light fruit salad. Arrange them on a platter for a party or pack a few in a box for a gift.
how to store Iced Strawberry Sugar Cookies
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need more time, freeze the baked, uniced cookies in a sealed bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and then ice after they reach room temperature.
tips to make Iced Strawberry Sugar Cookies
- Use real freeze-dried strawberry powder for bright color and real flavor.
- Do not overbake; take cookies out when edges just turn light gold.
- Chill the dough so cookies keep a round shape.
- If you want a plainer look, swap the strawberry icing for a simple vanilla glaze like in vanilla sandwich cookies ideas.
variation (if any)
- Add a few drops of lemon juice to the icing for a tangy note.
- Fold in 1/4 cup small white chocolate chips to the dough for extra sweetness.
- Make mini cookies for bite-size treats.
FAQs
Q: Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried powder?
A: Fresh berries add moisture and can change dough texture. It is best to use freeze-dried powder for color and flavor without extra liquid.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. Wrap the dough and chill up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before baking.
Q: How thick should I shape the cookies?
A: Make balls about 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons each. They will spread a little. Chill first for neater shapes.
Q: Can I use margarine instead of butter?
A: Butter gives better taste and texture. Margarine can work, but the flavor will be different.
Q: Will the icing stay soft or harden?
A: The cream cheese icing will set but stay slightly soft. If you want a hard shell, use a powdered sugar glaze with less cream cheese.
Iced Strawberry Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, strawberry powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and egg yolk until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture, stirring until no streaks remain.
- Scoop the dough into balls and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Place cookie balls on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and cool on a rack.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, strawberry powder, and milk until smooth.
- Dip cooled cookies into the icing and allow to set before serving.