Description
Delightfully soft and buttery Frosted Strawberries and Cream Cookies featuring a rich cream cheese frosting topped with fresh, juicy strawberries. Perfect for a refreshing sweet treat that combines the classic flavors of strawberries and cream in a delicious cookie form, ideal for any occasion or dessert platter.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Butter (cold and cut into small cubes)
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 3 cups Flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 1/2 cup Butter (1 stick softened)
- 1 (8-ounce) package Cream Cheese (softened)
- 3 3/4 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Topping
- 1 to 1 1/2 lbs. Fresh Strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat and cream butter & sugar: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, cream together the cold butter cubes and sugar for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy, establishing the base for a tender cookie.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract for an additional minute to incorporate full flavor and moisture throughout the dough.
- Combine dry ingredients: Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which could result in tougher cookies.
- Shape and bake cookies: Drop dough portions of 3 to 4 ounces onto parchment-lined, light-colored baking sheets to ensure even baking. Bake 10-13 minutes for 4-ounce cookies or 9-11 minutes for 3-ounce cookies. Remove when edges are set and lightly golden but centers remain slightly underbaked to finish firming up upon cooling.
- Prepare cream cheese frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and continue beating until the frosting is light and fluffy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Frost cooled cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on each using a small offset spatula or butter knife, smoothing it evenly over the surface.
- Top with strawberries: Slice or chop the fresh strawberries according to your preference, then arrange them attractively on top of the frosted cookies to add freshness and a burst of fruity flavor.
- Chill and serve: Cover the frosted and topped cookies and chill them in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serving them chilled enhances the flavor and helps preserve the freshness of the strawberries.
Notes
- Ensure butter for the dough is cold to achieve the best cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Adjust strawberry quantity based on preference and size of the cookies.
- Cookies can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for optimal flavor and presentation.
- These cookies are best enjoyed chilled to maintain the cream cheese frosting texture and strawberry freshness.
