FROSTED STRAWBERRY 🍓 COOKIES

Frosted Strawberry Cookies made with fresh strawberry for that bright, fresh flavor that everyone adores! Soft, pillowy sugar cookies topped with a luscious strawberry buttercream you just have to try!

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One of the best things about these Strawberry Cookies is their versatility. They can be served as a sweet snack or a dessert, they are great for parties and events too. Whether you are looking for a treat to enjoy on your own or want to impress your guests with a delicious dessert, frosted sugar cookies are a great choice!

Not so secret ingredient: Pureed Strawberry Reduction

Frosted Strawberry Cookies are a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to impress anyone who tries them. One of the key ingredients in this recipe is the pureed strawberry reduction. This ingredient adds a burst of flavor and a beautiful pink hue to the cookies. This process boils out a lot of the water in the strawberries and leaves us with an intense strawberry puree that we can then use in the cookie recipe and strawberry frosting.

The pureed strawberry reduction is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of desserts, including cakes, cupcakes, and even ice cream. Its sweet and tangy flavor pairs well with a wide range of other ingredients, making it a great addition to any baker’s kitchen!

Why you’ll love this Strawberry Cookie Recipe

• Easy to make. The recipe requires only a handful of ingredients and can be whipped up in no time. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, you’ll have no trouble following the simple instructions.
• Full of flavor. These cookies are bursting with the sweet and tangy taste of fresh strawberries. The frosting adds an extra layer of sweetness that perfectly complements the fruity flavor of the cookies.
• It’s versatile. You can enjoy these cookies as a snack, dessert, or even as part of a breakfast spread. They’re perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together with friends to a fancy dinner party.

Frosted Strawberry Cookie Ingredients

Strawberries: You will need 12-15 fresh strawberries, washed, cored and sliced to create the puree for the cookie dough.

Butter: Using ½ cup of butter, softened, will give the cookie dough wonderfully rich flavor.

Sugar: Add 1 cup of sugar for delightful sweet and chewy cookies.

Egg: 1 egg will help bind the ingredients in this cookie dough recipe well.

Vanilla extract: Help enhance all the amazing flavors in this dough by using 1 tsp of vanilla extract.

Sour cream: Create pillowy soft treats by adding ⅓ cup of sour cream to the dough.

Strawberry puree: Use ¼ cup of the reduced strawberry puree the you made before starting this cookie dough recipe.

Salt: Adding ½ tsp of salt will balance all the incredible flavors in this recipe.

Baking soda: To help the cookies puff up as they bake, you will need ½ tsp of baking soda.

Flour: You need 2 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour for the structural base of this cookie dough recipe.

Buttercream Frosting

Butter: ½ cup of butter, softened, will make this frosting rich and creamy.

Vanilla extract: Add in 1 tsp of vanilla extract to flavor this frosting nicely.

Powder sugar: The base of this sweet frosting is 4 cups of powdered sugar.

Strawberry puree: Use the remaining ½ cup of reduced strawberry puree to make the frosting a beautiful color and add even more amazing taste.

How to make Strawberry Frosted Cookies

Strawberry Reduction

To make the pureed strawberry reduction, you need to first wash, core and slice 12-15 strawberries. Then puree the strawberry pieces using an immersion blender or food processor.

Proceed to pour the strawberry puree into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat to medium low and boil for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture will reduce by half, starting out mine measured 1 ½ cups, then after reducing I had ¾ cups.

Once reduced, cool the puree in the fridge or freezer and then you can proceed with Strawberry Cookie recipe. This process takes about 30 minutes total and can be done up to a week ahead of time.

Prep

Get the cookie process started by preheating the oven to 375 degrees F. Then line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.

Cookie dough

In a medium size bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Then, add in the egg, vanilla extract, sour cream and ¼ cup of the strawberry puree.

Next, in a separate small bowl, gently whisk together the salt, baking soda and flour. Proceed to add the dry ingredients to butter mixture and mix to combine. 

Bake

Continue to scoop out 1.5 TBSP of dough and place on the parchment lined cookie sheets. You can use a medium cookie scoop to make this process faster. 

Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Buttercream frosting

In a medium size bowl, whisk the butter for 30 seconds with an electric mixer. Then add in the rest of the strawberry puree and 1 cup of powder sugar. Mix on medium speed for 1 minute, then add in the vanilla extract and remaining powder sugar, 1 cup at a time, until you’ve reached your desired consistency.

After that, transfer the frosting to a piping bag with a closed star tip- I used a Wilton 2D. Begin piping in a tight circle in the middle of the cookie. Continue piping frosting in a circular motion until you reach the outside of the cookie. The frosting will set, but I recommend not stacking cookies that have been frosted with a rosette so that you don’t squish them.  

Serve immediately and enjoy!

How long are these Frosted Sugar Cookies good for?

Frosted strawberry cookies are best consumed within 3-4 days of baking. After that, the texture and taste may start to deteriorate. It is recommended to store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for as long as possible.

How should I store frosted strawberry cookies?

To keep frosted strawberry cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or heat as it can cause the frosting to melt and the cookies to become soggy. When storing cookies, it’s important to separate them with layers of parchment paper or wax paper. This will prevent them from sticking together and becoming a messy clump.

If you live in a hot or humid climate, it might be best to store your cookies in the refrigerator. This will help keep them fresh for longer. However, keep in mind that refrigeration can cause some cookies to become hard or lose their texture.

Variations and Substitutions

Alternative Fruit Flavors: While Frosted Strawberry Cookies are a classic favorite, there are plenty of other fruit flavors that can be used to switch things up. Consider substituting the strawberry jam with raspberry, blueberry, or even peach jam for a unique twist on the traditional recipe.

Another option is to add in some fresh fruit to the cookie dough itself. Diced strawberries, raspberries, or even chopped peaches can be folded into the dough for an extra burst of fruity flavor.

Dietary Adaptations

For those with dietary restrictions, there are a few substitutions that can be made to accommodate their needs. For a gluten-free version, simply swap out the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend.

For a vegan version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and use a flax egg in place of the egg. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for a few minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency.

For a lower sugar option, try using a sugar-free jam or reducing the amount of sugar in the cookie dough itself. Alternatively, you can use a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup in place of the granulated sugar.

How do you create the perfect frosting for strawberry cookies?

To create the perfect frosting for strawberry cookies, it is important to use fresh strawberries. Puree and reduce the strawberries and mix them with powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until you get a smooth and creamy consistency. Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.

What makes Crumbl frosted strawberry cookies unique?

Crumbl frosted strawberry cookies are unique because of their soft and chewy texture, the use of fresh strawberries in the frosting, and the generous amount of frosting on each cookie. They are also made with high-quality ingredients and baked fresh every day.

Try a few of our other favorite frosted sugar cookie recipes:

• Frosted Lemon Sugar Cookies
• Soft Sugar Cookies
• Watermelon Sugar Cookies
• Swirled Patriotic Cookie Bars
• Buttermilk Sugar Cookies
• Frosted Orange Juice Cookies
• Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
• Caramel Banana Cookies

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Frosted Strawberry Cookies an incredible dessert perfect for any occasion, share with family and friends, or enjoy as a treat for yourself! These strawberry cookies are sweet, tender, and loaded with the fresh strawberry flavor.