Strawberry Crunch Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Strawberry Crunch Cookies are a delightful twist on a traditional cookie, combining the sweetness of strawberry flavor with a satisfying crunch from Golden Oreos. These cookies are perfect for anyone looking to impress with a unique and colorful treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
• 15 drops red or pink liquid food coloring
• 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 20 Golden Oreos
• 1 box (3.4 oz) strawberry Jello powder

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the strawberry extract and food coloring until evenly combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and strawberry Jello powder.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Step 6: Roughly chop the Golden Oreos and fold them gently into the cookie dough.
7. Step 7: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Step 8: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
9. Step 9: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• For more intense strawberry flavor, add a teaspoon of freeze-dried strawberry powder along with the Jello powder.
• Swap Golden Oreos for regular Oreos to add a chocolate twist to the cookies.
• Use gel food coloring for more vibrant color without thinning the dough.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading and enhance texture.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the cookies for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a soft, warm treat.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I substitute strawberry extract with fresh strawberries?

Fresh strawberries add moisture that can affect cookie texture, so it’s best to use strawberry extract or freeze-dried strawberry powder for consistent results.

What if I don’t have Golden Oreos?

You can use regular Oreos or other sandwich cookies; just be aware this will change the flavor profile and appearance of the cookies.

Strawberry Crunch Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these irresistible Strawberry Crunch Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of buttery dough infused with strawberry extract and vibrant pink coloring, studded with crunchy Golden Oreos and a sweet strawberry Jello powder twist for a fun and flavorful treat.

• Author: Tara
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 32 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
• 15 drops red or pink liquid food coloring
• 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

• 20 Golden Oreos, chopped
• 1 box (3.4 oz) strawberry Jello powder

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, white sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This will give your cookies a soft and tender texture.
3. Add Eggs and Flavor: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated. Then add the strawberry extract and red or pink liquid food coloring and mix until the color is uniform throughout the dough.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and strawberry Jello powder. The Jello powder adds a fruity flavor and a slight crunch to the cookies.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and resulting in tough cookies.
6. Fold in Oreos: Gently fold in the chopped Golden Oreos, distributing them evenly throughout the dough without crushing them too much.
7. Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve your Strawberry Crunch Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Notes

• Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for best texture.
• Use room temperature eggs to help the dough blend evenly.
• For a stronger strawberry flavor, you can increase the strawberry extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
• Chill dough for 30 minutes if you want thicker cookies.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• To keep oreos crunchy, fold them in gently and avoid over-mixing.

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