Easy Strawberry Cookies – The Best Strawberry Cookie Recipe
These strawberry cookies are soft, sweet, and full of fresh strawberry flavor. They bake up tender with lightly crisp edges and a chewy center. The color is soft pink, and the smell while baking is amazing.
This homemade strawberry cookies recipe is simple and uses basic baking ingredients. The strawberry puree adds natural flavor while keeping the cookies soft and chewy.
If you love easy desserts that look pretty and taste wonderful, these strawberry cookies are perfect for baking days, parties, and sweet snacks.
Why You Will Love These Strawberry Cookies
- Soft and chewy cookie texture
- Light strawberry flavor in every bite
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Perfect for spring desserts or holiday treats
- Beautiful cookies for Pinterest sharing
These easy strawberry cookies are simple but special.
Ingredients for Strawberry Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons strawberry puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2¾ cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pink food coloring
For rolling:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon red colored sugar (optional for sparkle)
These ingredients create about 24 chewy strawberry cookies.
Ingredient Notes and Easy Substitutions
Strawberry puree
Fresh strawberries blended into a smooth puree work best.
Butter
Unsalted butter helps control the salt level and gives rich flavor.
Vanilla extract
This adds a warm bakery flavor that pairs well with strawberries.
Colored sugar (optional)
This step does not change the cookie texture but makes them look extra pretty.
How to Make Easy Strawberry Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper so the cookies do not stick.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat together:
- softened butter
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
Mix for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add Egg and Strawberry Puree
Add the egg to the bowl and mix well.
Then stir in:
- strawberry puree
- vanilla extract
- food coloring
Mix until the dough becomes smooth and pink.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl combine:
- all purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt
Stir well so everything is evenly mixed.
Step 5: Make the Cookie Dough
Slowly add the dry ingredients into the strawberry mixture.
Mix until a soft cookie dough forms.
Do not overmix the dough.
Step 6: Roll the Cookie Dough
In a small bowl combine:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- red colored sugar
Roll dough into walnut sized balls.
Roll each ball in the sugar mixture to coat.
Step 7: Place on Baking Sheet
Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
Leave about 1½ inches of space between each cookie.
Gently press each dough ball down slightly.
Step 8: Bake the Cookies
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges look lightly golden.
The centers will stay soft.
Let cookies cool for a few minutes before removing from the tray.
Tips for the Best Strawberry Cookies
Use room temperature butter for smooth mixing.
Do not overbake the cookies or they may become dry.
For stronger strawberry flavor, add ½ teaspoon strawberry extract (optional modification that does not change the cookie structure).
Let cookies cool completely so they finish setting.
Strawberry Cookie Variations and Add Ins
You can easily change this strawberry cookie recipe.
Try adding:
- White chocolate chips
- Lemon zest for brightness
- Pink sanding sugar
- Strawberry glaze drizzle
- Coconut flakes
These small additions keep the base recipe the same.
What to Serve With Strawberry Cookies
These soft strawberry cookies taste great with:
- Cold milk
- Strawberry milk
- Vanilla ice cream
- Tea or coffee
- Fresh fruit
They also look beautiful on dessert trays.
Storage Tips for Strawberry Cookies
Room temperature
Store cookies in an airtight container for 4 days.
Refrigerator
Keep cookies fresh for 1 week.
Freezer
Freeze baked cookies for 2 months.
Let frozen cookies thaw at room temperature before serving.
Strawberry Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, strawberry puree, pink food coloring and vanilla. Mix well.
- In another bowl mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Roll dough into small balls.
- Roll each ball in sugar mixture.
- Place on baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
These strawberry sugar cookies are soft, simple, and full of sweet strawberry flavor. They are perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday treats.
Because the recipe uses basic ingredients and easy steps, it is a wonderful cookie recipe for beginner bakers too. Once you try these homemade strawberry cookies, they may become one of your favorite desserts.
