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Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Butter Cookies

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Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Butter Cookies are the perfect way to celebrate summer, bringing a burst of freshness and sweetness to your dessert table. These delightful cookies feature a rich buttery base complemented by juicy strawberries, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or simply indulging at home, these cookies promise to impress with their unique texture and vibrant flavor. Easy to make and highly versatile, they can be customized with your favorite nuts or fruits. Enjoy baking these scrumptious cookies and share them with friends and family for a truly memorable experience!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups chopped fresh strawberries
  • 1/4 cup white sugar (for strawberries)
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup plain flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon tightly packed light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons melted and cooled salted butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar, plus a bit more for rolling
  • 1/4 cup tightly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/3 cups plus 1 tablespoon plain flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla essence (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • Milk to adjust glaze consistency

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberry mixture by combining chopped strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugars, and vanilla essence until smooth. Add the egg and mix well.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until combined; then gently fold in the strawberry mixture.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks before serving.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together icing sugar, vanilla essence, heavy cream, and enough milk to achieve desired glaze consistency. Drizzle over cooled cookies before serving.

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