Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies, combining the sweetness of white chocolate with the fruity freshness of strawberries. These cookies are soft and chewy, with bursts of strawberry flavor in every bite and creamy white chocolate chips throughout. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to please both strawberry and chocolate lovers alike. Enjoy them warm with a glass of cold milk or serve them as a sweet treat at parties and gatherings.
Recipe: Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried strawberries, chopped (or freeze-dried strawberries, crushed)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in Strawberries and White Chocolate:
- Gently fold in the chopped dried strawberries (or crushed freeze-dried strawberries) and white chocolate chips or chunks into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
- Form Cookie Dough Balls:
- Scoop the cookie dough using a spoon or cookie scoop and roll into balls, about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough per cookie. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers may still look slightly underdone, but they will continue to set as they cool.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once completely cooled, serve the Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies and enjoy them with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
Tips:
- If you can’t find dried strawberries, you can use freeze-dried strawberries instead. Crush them into smaller pieces before adding them to the cookie dough.
- For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, you can add a few drops of strawberry extract or essence to the cookie dough.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
Variations:
- Substitute the white chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
- Add chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, for added crunch and texture.
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration.
Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies are a wonderful treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the richness of white chocolate, creating a cookie that’s both delicious and unique. Enjoy making and sharing these delightful cookies with friends and family!