Strawberry Delight Crunch Cookies – Fruity, Buttery, and Totally Addictive 🍓🍪
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of fruity sweetness, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and a satisfying crunch, these Strawberry Delight Crunch Cookies are it. Made with crushed freeze-dried strawberries for that bold berry flavor and finished with a delicate white chocolate drizzle, they’re as pretty as they are delicious.
Whether you bake them for a party, holiday, or just a weekday pick-me-up, they’re guaranteed to bring smiles.
Why I Love This Recipe
These cookies combine the rich, buttery base of a classic sugar cookie with the sweet-tart punch of strawberries. The strawberry sugar topping crisps up in the oven, giving each bite a subtle crunch, and the white chocolate drizzle makes them feel extra special.
They’re basically a mash-up of strawberry shortcake and your favorite bakery cookie.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
For the Crunchy Topping:
- 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
For the White Chocolate Drizzle:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (optional, for thinning)
Swaps and Notes
- Fruit Option: Try freeze-dried raspberries or blueberries for fun variations.
- Drizzle-Free: These cookies are great even without the white chocolate!
- Vegan Swap: Use plant-based butter and a flax egg for a dairy- and egg-free version.
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet.
- Fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries until evenly distributed.
3. Prepare the Topping
- In a small bowl, combine 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries with ½ cup sugar.
4. Form the Cookies
- Scoop dough with a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
- Roll the tops of each dough ball in the strawberry sugar topping and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
5. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and centers are just set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6. White Chocolate Drizzle
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between.
- Add vegetable oil for a smoother drizzle if needed.
- Use a fork or piping bag to drizzle over cooled cookies.
Tips for Success
- Use high-quality freeze-dried strawberries for maximum berry flavor.
- Don’t overbake—pull them just as the edges turn golden for soft centers.
- Let them cool fully before drizzling to avoid melting the chocolate too thin.
- Chill dough for 15–20 minutes if it feels too soft before baking.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
These cookies pair beautifully with:
- 🥤 Blueberry Lemonade for a bright, summery sip
- 🍫 Brownie Batter Dip for a cookie platter pairing
- 🍪 The Easter Cookies Everyone Will Be Talking About for a springtime dessert table
- 🌈 Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies for a colorful cookie assortment
- 🍰 No-Bake Oreo Cream Pie for easy entertaining
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Fridge: They keep slightly longer when chilled—just bring to room temp before serving.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 2 months. Roll in strawberry sugar before baking.
More Recipes You’ll Love
- Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies – fun and festive
- No-Bake Oreo Cream Pie – quick and creamy
- Blueberry Lemonade – bright and refreshing
- Brownie Batter Dip – rich and chocolatey
- Easter Cookies – colorful and seasonal
Final Thoughts
These Strawberry Delight Crunch Cookies are the perfect way to add a burst of berry flavor to your cookie jar. With their crisp edges, chewy centers, and a crunch of strawberry sugar, they’re as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Don’t skip that white chocolate drizzle—it’s the chef’s kiss to an already amazing cookie.
Tried them? Tag @chefmaniac and share your baking wins! 🍓🍪✨
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