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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Irresistibly Delicious Strawberry Shortbread Cookies to Savor

These Strawberry Shortbread Cookies combine a rich buttery flavor with vibrant strawberry sweetness, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Butter Softened, not melted.
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar Plus 1 cup for glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract.
  • 1 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries Can substitute with powdered strawberry flavor or jam.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Dairy or non-dairy.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Parchment Paper
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix for an additional minute.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour on low speed until just combined.
  4. Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries to the dough.
  5. Shape the dough into a log or roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and slice the chilled dough.
  7. Bake the cookies for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth for the glaze.
  10. Once cooled, glaze the cookies and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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