Strawberry Sugar Cookies
Strawberry Sugar Cookies
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet strawberry flavor!
Made with real strawberry flavoring and strawberry jello, they have a beautiful pink hue and a deliciously rich taste. Perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you’re craving a fruity twist on a classic sugar cookie!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔ Soft and chewy texture – these cookies melt in your mouth.
✔ Easy to make with simple ingredients – no fancy equipment needed!
✔ Packed with sweet strawberry flavor – thanks to strawberry jello and flavoring.
✔ Perfect for gifting, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or summer treats.
The Secret to These Amazing Strawberry Sugar Cookies
The secret ingredient in these cookies is strawberry jello powder! Not only does it add a vibrant pink color, but it also enhances the strawberry flavor, making these cookies truly irresistible. Combined with strawberry extract, the result is a delightful, fruity, and slightly tangy cookie that’s both unique and nostalgic.
These cookies have a slightly crisp edge with a soft, chewy center, just like the best sugar cookies should. The extra rolling sugar adds a slight crunch and a beautiful sparkle, making them even more fun to eat!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon strawberry flavoring
- 1 tablespoon strawberry jello powder
- ¼ cup sugar (for rolling)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and strawberry flavoring, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and strawberry jello powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Shape & Coat:
- Scoop out dough and roll into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each dough ball in the extra ¼ cup of sugar until fully coated. This step gives them a slight crunch and sparkle when baked.
- Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
4. Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Enjoy these delicious strawberry sugar cookies with a glass of milk, hot chocolate, or your favorite tea!
- For an extra indulgence, drizzle them with melted white chocolate or sandwich them with cream cheese frosting!
Tips for the Best Strawberry Sugar Cookies:
✔ Use real butter – Margarine won’t give the same rich flavor and texture.
✔ Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you want slightly thicker cookies.
✔ Don’t overbake! The cookies should still be soft in the center when you take them out – they’ll firm up as they cool.
✔ Add white chocolate chips for a strawberries-and-cream flavor twist.
✔ If you don’t have strawberry extract, use vanilla extract – the cookies will still be delicious with a milder flavor.
Serving & Storing Your Strawberry Sugar Cookies
These cookies taste amazing fresh out of the oven, but they also store well for later!
- At room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- In the freezer: Place cooled cookies in a sealed bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Make-ahead dough: Freeze the dough balls before baking, then bake straight from frozen – just add an extra 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
Variations & Fun Twists:
Want to get creative? Here are a few ways to make this recipe even more fun:
✨ Strawberry Lemon Cookies: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough for a bright, citrusy contrast.
✨ Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Cookies: Dip half of each baked cookie in melted chocolate and let it harden for a fancy finish.
✨ Strawberry Confetti Cookies: Stir in rainbow sprinkles to make them extra colorful for birthdays or celebrations!
✨ Strawberries & Cream Cookies: Sandwich two cookies together with a layer of cream cheese frosting or whipped cream.
Final Thoughts
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a fun, delicious treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking them for a party, a holiday, or just because you love strawberries, they’re guaranteed to be a hit!
If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a comment below and tag me in your photos – I’d love to see your delicious creations! And don’t forget to watch my Reel for a step-by-step look at how I made these cookies.
