Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Shortbread Cookies: Easy, No-Chill Heaven! These scrumptious cookies are perfect for any occasion, boasting a sweet strawberry flavor that shines through every buttery bite. With a quick 15-minute preparation time and no chilling required, you can easily whip up these treats for family gatherings, casual afternoons, or simply as a sweet pick-me-up. The use of freeze-dried strawberries ensures a concentrated berry flavor that will leave everyone craving more. Enjoy the fun of baking together with loved ones while creating a delicious memory!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (pulverized)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 tbsp almond milk (or low-fat milk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Mix in pulverized freeze-dried strawberries and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour to the mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Add milk as needed to bring the dough together; it should be slightly sticky yet manageable.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- While cooling, whisk together remaining powdered sugar and milk for glaze; adjust milk quantity for desired consistency.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and allow it to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (22g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg