Description
These Strawberry Crunch Cookies capture the nostalgic flavor of your favorite childhood strawberry crunch ice cream bars in a soft, chewy cookie with a delightful crunchy topping. Perfect for parties, dessert platters, or an indulgent snack, they’re easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 15 drops red or pink liquid food coloring
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Crunch Topping:
- 20 Golden Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1 package (3.4 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Crunch Topping:
- Crush the Golden Oreos and place them in a bowl.
- Mix in the strawberry gelatin powder and melted butter. Spread onto a plate to set.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Make the Cookie Dough:
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add strawberry extract and food coloring.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Coat each in the crunch topping, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place on a prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 8 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle extra crunch topping, and bake for an additional 4 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a bolder strawberry flavor, add freeze-dried strawberries to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freeze cookies for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American