Description
Strawberries and Cream Cookies are soft, chewy treats bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy white chocolate. Perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy snack, these easy-to-make cookies deliver a delightful balance of fruity sweetness and rich creaminess.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced and patted dry
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash, dice, and pat the strawberries dry to prevent excess moisture.
- Preheat and Prepare the Baking Sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Add-Ins: Gently fold in diced strawberries and white chocolate chips.
- Scoop and Shape: Drop dough onto the baking sheet using a cookie scoop, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set and slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Dried Strawberries: Substitute fresh strawberries with dried ones for a more concentrated flavor.
- Chocolate Swap: Use milk or dark chocolate chips for a different taste.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Storage: Keep at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberries and Cream Cookies, Strawberry Cookies, White Chocolate Cookies, Soft and Chewy Cookies, Summer Desserts