Description
Delight in these Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies that combine the sweetness of classic sugar cookies with the fruity burst of freeze-dried strawberries and rich mini chocolate chips. Perfectly soft and colorful, they make a charming treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 1 (17.5-oz) pouch Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Flavoring and Add-ins
- 1½ tsp strawberry extract
- pink food coloring (to desired shade)
- 1½ cups mini chocolate chips
- 1 (1-oz) package freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, softened butter, strawberry extract, pink food coloring, and the egg. Stir until a soft dough forms. Then gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and crushed freeze-dried strawberries to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Form Cookies: Using a medium cookie scoop, drop dough portions about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheet. This spacing allows the cookies to spread without merging during baking.
- Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden at the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers tightly covered at room temperature for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother dough texture.
- Adjust the amount of pink food coloring to achieve your preferred cookie color without overpowering the flavor.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add a crunchy texture and intense fruit flavor; be careful not to replace them with fresh strawberries, as they will alter the dough consistency.
- For uniform cookie size and even baking, use a cookie scoop.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
