Description
Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of white chocolate with the fruity tang of strawberries. Hereโs a recipe to make approximately 24 cookies.
Ingredients
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- Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, enhances strawberry flavor)
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Mix-ins:
- 3/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into small pieces
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using); whisk until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Form the Dough:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Portion the Cookies:
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden.
- The centers may look slightly undercooked; this ensures a chewy texture.
- Cool:
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Strawberries:ย Using freeze-dried strawberries provides intense flavor without adding moisture, which can affect the cookieโs texture. Avoid using fresh or frozen strawberries, as they introduce too much moisture.
- Storage:ย 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.
- Customization:ย Feel free to substitute freeze-dried strawberries with freeze-dried raspberries or blueberries for a different flavor profile.