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Strawberry Crunch Cookies

Delight in these Strawberry Crunch Cookies featuring a perfect balance of sweet strawberries and a crispy, buttery texture, ideal for a refreshing twist on classic cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • 1 cup crispy rice cereal
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and crispy rice cereal, and white chocolate chips if using.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies before serving.