Strawberry Lemonade Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, tangy cookies with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon glaze for a refreshing sweet treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking soda
03 - 1/2 tsp salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 Tbsp lemon zest (from 1-2 lemons)
09 - 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 1 cup diced fresh strawberries (blotted dry with paper towels)
12 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

→ Lemon Glaze

13 - 1 cup powdered sugar
14 - 1-2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
06 - Fold in the diced strawberries and white chocolate chips (if using), being careful not to overmix.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
08 - Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies. Let set before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They are unbelievably soft with just the right amount of tangy brightness
  • The fresh strawberries make them taste like summer itself
  • That lemon glaze pushes them over the top into something truly special
02 -
  • Dry your strawberries thoroughly with paper towels or the excess moisture will ruin the texture
  • Do not overmix the dough or your cookies will turn out tough instead of tender
  • The glaze sets beautifully if you let it rest for about 15 minutes after drizzling
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients mix together more evenly creating better texture
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if your strawberries are especially juicy

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