Strawberry Frosted Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)

Crafted with fresh strawberries and smooth icing, this delightful cookie brings a fresh twist to sweet baked goods. Ideal for any occasion, you'll want this later.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
02 - 1 cup unsalted butter
03 - 3 large egg yolks
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
09 - 1/2 cup strawberries, diced

→ Strawberry Frosting

10 - 2 cups powdered sugar
11 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
12 - 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or strawberry extract
14 - 1 cup strawberries, diced

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray if needed.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar and unsalted butter together with a hand or stand mixer until light and smooth.
03 - Add egg yolks and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until just combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend together all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a uniform dough forms. Gently fold in diced strawberries.
06 - Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet using rounded tablespoons, spacing evenly. Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until edges turn golden. Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
07 - In a food processor or blender, purée 1 cup diced strawberries until smooth. Add softened butter, corn syrup, and extract; process until combined. Blend in powdered sugar gradually, pulsing until a thick, smooth frosting forms.
08 - Once cookies are fully cooled, evenly spread or pipe strawberry frosting on top of each cookie. Let set at room temperature before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For bold strawberry flavor, ensure strawberries are ripe and flavorful before using. If frosting becomes too thin, add extra powdered sugar to adjust consistency.