Description
Indulge in the delectable pairing of fresh strawberries and a delightfully crunchy topping with our Strawberry Crunch Cookies. These sweet treats are a must-try for anyone who loves the taste of summer-fresh strawberries combined with a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter: Softened butter is the foundation for the cookie dough, providing richness and a creamy texture.
- Granulated and Brown Sugar: A blend of these two sugars adds sweetness and depth of flavor to the cookies.
- Egg: A single large egg helps bind the dough and contributes to the overall structure of the cookies.
- Vanilla Extract: This classic flavoring enhances the other ingredients and rounds out the flavor profile.
- All-Purpose Flour: The dry ingredient that provides structure and stability to the cookies.
- Baking Soda: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise and achieve a soft, chewy texture.
- Salt: A small amount of salt helps balance the sweetness and brings out the other flavors.
- Strawberry Jell-O Mix: This dry, powdered gelatin mix infuses the cookies with a vibrant strawberry taste.
- Fresh Strawberries: Chopped strawberries add pops of fresh fruit flavor and juiciness (optional).
- Crushed Graham Crackers: The crunchy topping that gives these cookies their signature texture.
- Strawberry Sprinkles: These colorful sprinkles add a fun, festive touch (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven and Prep the Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl or a stand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and creamy.
3. Add the Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the large egg and vanilla extract until the dough is smooth and well-combined.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and dry Strawberry Jell-O mix.
5. Fold in the Fresh Strawberries: Gently fold the chopped fresh strawberries into the cookie dough, if using.
6. Scoop and Shape the Cookies: Scoop the dough into balls and roll each one in the melted butter, granulated sugar, and crushed graham crackers to coat.
7. Bake and Cool: Place the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Sprinkle with the optional strawberry sprinkles. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use Fresh, Ripe Strawberries: The better the quality of your strawberries, the more intense the flavor will be in the cookies.
Avoid Overbaking: Keep a close eye on the cookies during the baking process to prevent them from becoming too crisp or dry.
Experiment with Toppings: Try different crunchy toppings like crushed Oreos, Rice Krispies, or even chopped nuts for a unique twist.
Adjust Strawberry Flavor: If you want an even stronger strawberry taste, you can increase the amount of Jell-O mix or add a touch of strawberry extract.
Store Properly: Keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 21
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20