Description
These Strawberry Crunch Cookies are the perfect combination of soft, buttery cookies topped with a vibrant, fruity strawberry crunch made from crushed freeze-dried strawberries and golden Oreos. With an optional creamy cream cheese drizzle, these cookies are as delicious as they are beautiful!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 1/2 cup golden Oreos, crushed
- 2 tbsp melted butter
For the Cream Cheese Drizzle (Optional):
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms. Roll dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and flatten slightly.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool completely before adding topping.
- Make the Strawberry Crunch Topping: Mix crushed freeze-dried strawberries, crushed golden Oreos, and melted butter until well-combined.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Drizzle (Optional): Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble the Cookies: Spread a thin layer of cream cheese drizzle over each cooled cookie if using. Sprinkle strawberry crunch mixture on top and press gently. Optionally, drizzle more cream cheese mixture over the top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let the cookies sit for about 10 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
- The cream cheese drizzle is optional but highly recommended for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American