Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
- Prepare Strawberry Powder: Blend freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until fine powder. Process for 1-2 minutes.
- Cream Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and vanilla extract, then gradually add powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the prepared strawberry powder, flour, and salt to the creamed mixture until a crumbly dough forms.
- Shape the Dough: Transfer dough to parchment, shape into a block, chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Cut Cookies: Roll chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick, cut shapes with cookie cutters, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Make Glaze: Blend strawberries until smooth, mix with powdered sugar to achieve desired glaze thickness.
- Glaze Cookies: Dip cooled cookies into glaze, shake off excess glaze, and set on a wire rack.
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Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for optimal results. Chilling the dough is essential to maintaining cookie shape during baking.
