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Strawberry cookies topped with cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with strawberry shortcake crumble—these Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are sure to be your next family favorite.
Yep! We’re making Strawberry Shortcake Cookies that will definitely become a new favorite in your household. They are in mine!
These cookies bring the goodness of strawberry shortcake into a convenient, delicious cookie form, perfect for summer picnics, birthday parties, or just because.
Imagine the tender crumb of biscuit-like cookies, the fresh flavor of strawberries, and the irresistible charm of a sweet treat you can hold in your hand.
I seriously can’t get enough of these things. Same with my husband! It’s a cookie that I don’t make too often. They’re just too tempting, haha!
These Strawberry Crunch Cake Cookies are like little celebrations of strawberry season packed into each bite.
Whether you’re a fan of traditional strawberry shortcake, love baking delicious cake recipes, or simply adore strawberries, these cookies are for you.
Let’s get into why these strawberry shortcake cookies are a must-try and how you can whip up a batch today!
Some of our other favorite strawberry recipes we have on our site include: Strawberry Dump Cake with Cheesecake Filling, Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Cake Recipe, and Easy Homemade Strawberry Butter Recipe with Honey.
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- Simple, Delicious Ingredients: Fresh juicy strawberries and simple ingredients come together to create a mouthwatering treat.
- Easy to Make: With straightforward steps, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all levels.
- Strawberry Season Delight: Celebrates the peak of strawberry season with every bite.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- Butter (unsalted)
- Granulated sugar
- Light brown sugar
- Eggs
- Strawberry extract
- Vanilla extract
- Strawberry jello powder
- Vanilla pudding powder
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Golden Oreos for the crunchy topping
- Cream Cheese for the frosting
HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE COOKIES:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and salt with an electric hand mixer.
- Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, cream until smooth, 2 minutes.
- Next, add the egg, egg yolk, strawberry extract, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Add the flour, strawberry jello, vanilla pudding, and baking powder. Slowly combine until a cookie dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Divide into 12 even portions, roll into a ball, and place onto the prepared baking sheet about 3 inches apart.
- Flatten the cookie dough portions with your hands before placing them in the oven to bake for 12 – 14 minutes until they appear dry on top.
- Allow to cool for 15 minutes on the sheet tray, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are in the oven, pulse the golden Oreos in a food processor until coarse crumbs form.
- Add the melted butter to the strawberry jello powder in a small bowl and mix together.
- Combine the crushed golden Oreos and strawberry jello mixture in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined for the strawberry crunch cookie topping.
- For the cream cheese frosting, in a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar a little at a time until fully mixed in.
- Add the vanilla, then whip on medium-high speed until fluffy for 3 minutes.
- Pipe or smear the cream cheese frosting on top of each cookie.
- Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the famous strawberry crunch cake topping mix, and your cookies are ready to enjoy!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
CAN I USE A DIFFERENT FROSTING?
Yes, absolutely!
While cream cheese frosting complements the strawberry flavor wonderfully, feel free to try vanilla buttercream, strawberry cheesecake cookies frosting, or even a sweet glaze for a lighter touch.
DO THESE NEED TO BE REFRIGERATED?
Given the cream cheese in the frosting, it’s best to store these delicious treats in the refrigerator, placed neatly in an airtight container.
ANY ADDITIONS?
You better believe it! My mouth is watering just looking at this list!
- Lemon zest or lemon juice for a citrusy kick
- Fresh strawberries or fresh berries to mix into the dough
- White chocolate chips for added sweetness
- A sprinkle of coarse sugar for a sparkly finish
- Chopped strawberries inside the cookies or as a topping
- Heavy cream whipped into the frosting for extra richness
- Freeze-dried strawberries for an intense strawberry flavor
- Coarse crumbs from additional crushed Golden Oreos for texture
- A dollop of strawberry jam for a surprise center
ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
Got any other ideas? Let me know in the comments down at the bottom of the page!
- Almond milk or another dairy-free milk instead of whole milk
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version
- Natural cocoa powder if you want to add a chocolate twist
- Powdered sugar adjustment for desired sweetness
HOW TO STORE:
Refrigerator: Keep these goodies in an airtight container for up to a week for the best flavor and texture.
Freezer: Wrap cookies individually in plastic wrap, then store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Utilize a food processor for quick, easy coarse crumbs from your Golden Oreos.
- Use a wire rack for cooling your baked cookies to ensure they don’t become soggy.
- A kitchen scale or scoop can help ensure all your dough balls are uniform in size.
- Use any frosting you like.
Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are a super yummy combination of fresh strawberries and the classic dessert we all love.
With the summer cookie season upon us, there’s no better time to try your hand at these delicious treats.
These cookies are sure to bring a smile to anyone who tries them, making them a perfect addition to your recipe card collection.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe from Scratch
Ingredients
Strawberry Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon strawberry extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ⅔ cup flour
- 1 tablespoon strawberry jello powder
- 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Strawberry Crunch:
- 15 golden oreos
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 6 tablespoons strawberry jello powder
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 ounces salted butter softened
- 1 & 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and salt with an electric hand mixer.½ cup unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, cream until smooth, 2 minutes.½ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup brown sugar
- Next, add the egg, egg yolk, strawberry extract, and vanilla extract until combined.1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, ½ teaspoon strawberry extract, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Add the flour, strawberry jello, vanilla pudding, and baking powder. Slowly combine until a cookie dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.1 ⅔ cup flour, 1 tablespoon strawberry jello powder, 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Divide into 12 even portions, roll into a ball, and place onto the prepared baking sheet about 3 inches apart.
- Flatten the cookie dough portions with your hands before placing them in the oven to bake for 12 – 14 minutes until they appear dry on top.
- Allow to cool for 15 minutes on the sheet tray, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are in the oven, pulse the golden Oreos in a food processor until coarse crumbs form.15 golden oreos
- Add the melted butter to the strawberry jello powder in a small bowl and mix together.¼ cup unsalted butter, 6 tablespoons strawberry jello powder
- Combine the crushed golden Oreos and strawberry jello mixture in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined for the strawberry crunch cookie topping.
- For the cream cheese frosting, in a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.4 ounces cream cheese, 2 ounces salted butter
- Add the powdered sugar a little at a time until fully mixed in.1 & 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- Add the vanilla, then whip on medium-high speed until fluffy for 3 minutes.1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pipe or smear the cream cheese frosting on top of each cookie.
- Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the famous strawberry crunch cake topping mix, and your cookies are ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Utilize a food processor for quick, easy coarse crumbs from your Golden Oreos.
- Use a wire rack for cooling your baked cookies to ensure they don’t become soggy.
- A kitchen scale or scoop can help ensure all your dough balls are uniform in size.
- Use any frosting you like.
Nutrition
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