Description

Delight in these soft and fruity Strawberry Cookies, bursting with fresh strawberries and enriched with banana and citrus zest for a unique twist on classic cookies. Perfectly tender with a hint of vanilla and just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are a delicious treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Fruit Ingredients

2 cups strawberries, hulled and diced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 medium bananas
1 tablespoon orange zest or lemon zest

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅔ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with even baking.
Prepare Strawberries: Clean thoroughly and dice the strawberries. Place them in a bowl and toss with lemon juice to brighten their flavor and prevent discoloration.
Mix Dry Ingredients and Cut in Butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add the unsalted butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a fork or knife until the mixture has a coarse, pea-like texture, ensuring a tender crumb.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mash the bananas well. Stir in the milk, citrus zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the wet banana mixture and the prepared strawberries to the dry ingredients. Gently fold them together using a spatula, taking care not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop portions of dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake and Cool: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until set and lightly golden. Remove from oven and transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to ensure the cookies remain tender and soft.
Fresh strawberries are best for this recipe; frozen strawberries can add too much moisture.
Optional: For enhanced flavor, you can sprinkle a little sugar on top of the cookies before baking for a slight crunch.
Ensure butter is cold for easier cutting into the dry ingredients for a better texture.