Description
Strawberry Delight Crunch Cookies are a vibrant and flavorful treat, perfect for those who love a mix of crispy and chewy textures. Each cookie is infused with freeze-dried strawberries, adding a burst of fruity flavor and a satisfying crunch in every bite. The white chocolate drizzle adds a hint of creamy sweetness, perfectly complementing the strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- For the Crunchy Topping:
- 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries (for topping)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- For the White Chocolate Drizzle:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed freeze-dried strawberries with granulated sugar.
- Form the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press the tops of the cookies into the strawberry sugar mixture, coating them well.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the White Chocolate Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add vegetable oil if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Drizzle the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, use a fork or piping bag to drizzle the melted white chocolate over each cookie.
- Serve and Enjoy: These Strawberry Delight Crunch Cookies are perfect for any occasion—crispy, chewy, and full of strawberry flavor!
Notes
- Use Softened Butter: Make sure the butter is softened to ensure it creams well with the sugars, creating a lighter, fluffier dough.
- Pressing the Topping: Gently press the strawberry-sugar topping onto the dough balls to ensure the topping sticks well during baking.
- Drizzling Tips: If the white chocolate is too thick for drizzling, add a small amount of vegetable oil to thin it out. A fork or a small piping bag works well for an even drizzle.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Baking Time: 12 - 15 Minutes