Description

These irresistible Valentine’s Strawberry White Chocolate Cookies combine the sweet, fruity flavor of freeze-dried strawberries with creamy white chocolate chunks in soft, chewy cookies. Perfect for sharing with loved ones on Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, these cookies feature a tender texture and a delightful balance of flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Wet Ingredients

1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Mix-ins

1 cup (150g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
1 cup (175g) white chocolate chunks

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which creates a tender cookie texture.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to incorporate air and maintain smooth batter. Stir in 1 tsp pure vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt.
Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep cookies tender.
Fold in Strawberries and Chocolate: Gently fold in 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries and 1 cup white chocolate chunks, ensuring an even distribution of mix-ins throughout the dough.
Portion Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft, to achieve a chewy texture.
Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set perfectly.

Notes

Using freeze-dried strawberries offers a concentrated flavor without adding moisture, keeping cookies soft.
Be careful not to overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
You can substitute white chocolate chunks with white chocolate chips if desired.
For a more festive look, sprinkle additional crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of the cookies before baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Valentine's Day cookies, strawberry cookies, white chocolate cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, soft cookies, dessert, baking