Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Iced Oatmeal Cookies, perfect for summer gatherings and afternoon treats. These cookies combine hearty oats with the vibrant flavor of strawberries, making them a must-have dessert for any occasion. The unique icing made from freeze-dried strawberries adds a playful and refreshing twist that will impress your guests. Simple to make and easily customizable, these cookies quickly become a favorite for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Enjoy them as a sweet snack, or elevate your cookie experience by pairing them with ice cream or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.)
- 1 cup Brown Sugar (Can replace with coconut sugar for deeper flavor.)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Substitute with a sugar alternative if needed.)
- 1 Large Egg (Replace with a flax egg for a vegan option.)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Use pure vanilla for best results.)
- 1/4 cup Molasses (or Agave syrup.)
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed.)
- 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats (Do not substitute with quick oats.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda (No substitutions recommended.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Optional, can omit if desired.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Can use sea salt as an alternative.)
- 1/2 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries (Fresh strawberries not recommended for icing.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in oats until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12 minutes until golden around the edges; let cool before icing.
- Crush freeze-dried strawberries into powder; mix with water to achieve desired consistency, then ice cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg