Strawberry Cookies with Sparkling Sugar (Printable Version)
Soft, sweet cookies made with strawberry puree and coated in homemade sparkling strawberry sugar for a delightful treat.
# Ingredients:
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup strawberry puree (fresh or frozen)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar. Mix for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree into the creamed mixture. Mix until smooth and well combined.
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Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
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Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with crushed freeze-dried strawberries in a small bowl. Stir well to make sparkling sugar.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and form into balls. Roll each ball in the sparkling sugar until evenly coated.
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Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between them. Gently flatten each ball slightly with your palm.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and tops appear slightly cracked.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.