Strawberry Lemonade Sugar Cookies
Classic Sugar Cookie Mix Recipes
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the sweet and tangy flavors of ripe strawberries and zesty lemons. These cookies capture the essence of summer in every bite, making them the perfect addition to your next picnic, party, or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is incredibly easy to follow, ensuring that you can whip up a batch of these refreshing cookies in no time.
Ingredients
1 pkg Classic Sugar Cookie Mix
8 TBSP Unsalted Butter, Softened
1 Large Egg
2 (12g) Bags Freeze Dried Strawberries
2 tsp Lemon Zest
1 tsp Lemon Juice
1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Prepare the Cookie Dough
Combine My Better Batch Classic Sugar Cookie Mix, 8 TBSP Unsalted Butter, softened, and 1 Large Egg in a stand mixer bowl. Mix on medium-low speed for 2 minutes, or until well combined. Keep in mind this could take several minutes and may look like a dough will never form. Be patient, this process could take up to 2-3 minutes.
If you don’t have a stand mixer, a hand mixer will work, or you can even hand-knead the cookie mix! To see an example of hand-kneading, check out the Classic Sugar Cookie Mix video.Add Strawberries and Lemon to the Cookie Dough
Once the dough begins to form, add 2 pouches of Freeze-Dried Strawberries, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Mix on medium-low speed until fully combined.
The freeze-dried strawberries will break down as the dough is mixed. To expedite the process, consider pressing on the pouches to break the strawberries into smaller pieces before adding them to the mixer.Prepare the Baking Sheet and Form the Strawberry Lemonade Cookie Balls
Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and roll into a ball.
Roll the cookies in sugar before baking - this adds both texture and flavor to the final product. The sugar creates a delicate, sweet crust on the outside of the cookies, which adds a slight crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft tangy interior. As the cookies bake, the sugar caramelizes slightly, enhancing the sweetness and giving the cookies a subtle, golden-brown finish.
Place onto an ungreased cookie sheet or parchment-lined baking sheet, about 2 ½ inches apart.Bake
Once the temperature has reached 375°F, put the cookies in the oven. Bake for 9-11 minutes under the edges of the cookies have set. Allow the cookies to sit for 5 minutes before removing them from the baking sheet.
