Description
Irresistible strawberry crunch cookies blend sweet nostalgia with crisp texture, creating a delightful dessert that dances between classic comfort and modern indulgence. Bakers can savor each bite of these delectable treats that promise to elevate simple cookie enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups (188 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (85 grams) strawberry-flavored Jell-O mix (dry)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries (optional)
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping and Coating:
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) melted butter
- 1/4 cup strawberry-flavored sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes airy and smooth.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully integrated.
- Separately, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and dry strawberry Jell-O mix in a clean bowl, whisking to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Merge dry ingredients into the butter mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Gently fold in chopped fresh strawberries if using.
- Create the crunchy topping by mixing crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until it forms coarse crumbs. Optionally, blend in strawberry-flavored sprinkles for extra texture.
- Portion cookie dough into rounded tablespoons on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining 2-inch spacing between each. Lavishly sprinkle the crunch topping over each dough ball.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges and a set center.
- Remove from oven and let cookies rest on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack for complete cooling.
Notes
- Swap fresh strawberries with freeze-dried strawberry powder for intense flavor and less moisture, preventing soggy cookies.
- Toast graham cracker crumbs briefly before mixing with topping for deeper, nuttier crunch and enhanced texture.
- Chill cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and maintain thick, chewy shape.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers and flour for a celiac-friendly version without compromising the signature strawberry crunch experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 124 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 62 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.4 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg