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Strawberry Shortcake Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe

Delight in the soft, chewy texture of Strawberry Shortcake Cookies, bursting with strawberries. Ideal for quick gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 3 medium Strawberries Ripeness is key; look for sweet, juicy strawberries.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the strawberry flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Sweetens strawberries during soaking.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation of the cookies.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Balances acid from lemon juice.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened for moisture.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to cookie dough.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic undertone.
For the Optional Filling
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Offers creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness to the filling.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Strawberries: Wash and chop strawberries, combine with lemon juice and sugar, soak for 10 minutes, then strain.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy, add egg and vanilla.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually mix dry ingredients into creamed mixture until soft dough forms.
  5. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold soaked strawberries into dough without overworking.
  6. Portion & Bake: Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet, chill for 10 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Cool: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe strawberries and ensure butter is properly softened. Chill dough if too soft before baking.

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