Get ready to fall in love with Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies—these are not your average sugar cookies! Loaded with real freeze-dried strawberries and a swirl of luscious strawberry jam, each bite offers the ultimate berry burst. Soft, chewy, and naturally pink, they’re topped with a dreamy cream cheese strawberry icing that looks as irresistible as it tastes. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just want to treat yourself to some fruity magic, Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies are pure cookie joy.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

You might be amazed at how simple the ingredient list is for these cookies, but every single item works its magic to achieve that signature flavor, vibrant color, and delightfully chewy texture. Gather these pantry staples and let the strawberries take center stage!

Freeze-dried strawberries: Packed with concentrated berry flavor and natural color, these are the secret to bold strawberry goodness without adding moisture.
Salted butter: Balances the sweetness and amplifies the strawberry notes; soft butter creams best for that fluffy texture.
Granulated sugar: Gives your cookies the perfect amount of sweetness and a delicate outside crunch.
Egg: Adds richness and helps everything hold together for that perfect cookie chew.
Vanilla extract: Deepens the overall flavor and pairs beautifully with strawberries in both cookie and icing.
All-purpose flour: The backbone of the dough, providing structure so cookies are soft in the middle and crisp at the edges.
Baking soda: Provides just enough lift, ensuring your cookies puff and spread in the best way.
Kosher salt: Slices through the sweetness and wakes up every flavor in the mix.
Strawberry jam: Amps up the fruity flavor and keeps the cookies extra moist with gorgeous jammy swirls.
Cream cheese: The base for a tangy, creamy icing that turns each cookie into a decadent treat.
Powdered sugar: Dissolves smoothly in the icing, making it silky and glossy.
Hot milk: Helps blend the icing ingredients for a dreamy, spreadable finish.
Extra vanilla extract: Added to the icing for a sweet and aromatic finish.

How to Make Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Step 1: Pulverize the Freeze-Dried Strawberries

Start by placing all your freeze-dried strawberries into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until they turn into a fine, vibrant pink powder, letting that fresh strawberry aroma fill your kitchen. Make sure to blend thoroughly so your dough is speckled with tiny, flavorful bits rather than larger chunks.

Step 2: Preheat and Prep

Turn your oven on to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This not only keeps sticking at bay but also ensures your cookies bake up with perfectly golden bottoms. While the oven heats, set out all your measured ingredients for an easy, stress-free assembly.

Step 3: Make the Cookie Dough

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the soft salted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat for at least 3 minutes, until the mixture is pale and fluffy—this step creates the chewy, tender cookie texture everyone loves. Add your egg and beat until smooth. Now, gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and about two-thirds of the strawberry powder. Stir until just combined to keep the cookies tender, then gently fold in the strawberry jam, leaving visible streaks for little pop of jammy flavor in every bite.

Step 4: Shape the Cookies

Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls with your hands and space them an inch or two apart on your prepared baking sheet. The dough will be soft and speckled with those beautiful strawberry pieces—so tempting, even before baking!

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

Pop the cookies into the oven and bake for 8 minutes. Remove the sheet and give it a gentle tap on the counter; this flattens the cookies slightly, giving them a crinkled top and chewy center. Slide the tray back in for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the edges just barely start to turn golden. Don’t overbake; you want them pillowy inside!

Step 6: Prepare the Strawberry Icing

While the cookies cool, use a medium bowl to blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, hot milk, vanilla extract, and the remaining strawberry powder until smooth and thick but still spreadable. Add extra milk a teaspoon at a time if you prefer a thinner drizzle—this icing is where the Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies get their show-stopping finish!

Step 7: Ice and Finish

Once the cookies are completely cool, either dip their tops into the strawberry icing or use a spoon to drizzle and let the icing cascade down the sides. Give them a moment to set before serving, unless you simply can’t resist sneaking a bite right away (we won’t tell).

How to Serve Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Garnishes

For a bakery-worthy touch, add a sprinkle of extra strawberry powder on top of the icing or finish with pretty dried strawberry slices. Even a dusting of powdered sugar right before serving makes these cookies look irresistible. If it’s a special day, try a few colorful sprinkles or edible glitter for a hint of whimsy!

Side Dishes

Pair your Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies with a cold glass of milk or a delicate cup of herbal tea—it’s the perfect contrast to their rich, fruity sweetness. They’re also wonderful alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or as a sweet treat on a dessert charcuterie board.

Creative Ways to Present

Double up the fun by sandwiching a scoop of strawberry or vanilla ice cream between two cookies, or pack them up with parchment and a twine bow for heartfelt edible gifts. Create a strawberry-themed dessert platter by arranging the cookies with fresh strawberries and little bowls of whipped cream or yogurt dip for dunking!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Once the icing has set, store your Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them extra soft, you can add a small slice of bread to the container—the cookies will steal a bit of moisture from it, staying tender longer.

Freezing

These cookies are freezer-friendly! Arrange un-iced cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then pop them into a zip-top bag or container. When ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature and frost with fresh icing for best texture and flavor. Iced cookies can be frozen, too—just know the icing may lose a bit of its glossy finish.

Reheating

Want that just-baked softness again? Microwave an un-iced cookie for 7-10 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven feel, or warm an iced one gently in 5-second bursts. If you’re serving to guests, a few minutes in a low oven (around 275°F) can warm big batches without melting the icing completely.

FAQs

Can I substitute fresh strawberries for freeze-dried in Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies?

Fresh strawberries add too much moisture and can lead to soggy, dense cookies. Freeze-dried strawberries give concentrated flavor and keep the dough the right consistency for truly delicious results!

What kind of strawberry jam works best?

Look for a thick, high-quality jam with visible berry pieces—it infuses both flavor and beautiful swirls into your cookies. A homemade or low-sugar variety also works beautifully, as long as it’s not too runny.

Can I use unsalted butter instead of salted?

Absolutely! If using unsalted butter, just add an extra pinch of kosher salt to balance and enhance all the sweet and fruity notes.

How do I make the icing thicker or thinner?

Add more powdered sugar for a thicker, spreadable icing or more hot milk a tablespoon at a time for a dreamy, drizzle consistency. A little goes a long way—mix until you hit your perfect texture.

How do I keep my Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies soft and chewy?

Be careful not to overbake! Pull them from the oven as soon as the edges look set but the centers are still slightly soft. Storing the cookies in an airtight container also keeps them deliciously chewy for days.

Final Thoughts

There’s something incredibly joyful about baking and sharing a batch of Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies. With their punchy berry flavor, cloud-like texture, and delightful pink finish, they’re a treat that never fails to impress. I hope you give this recipe a try and make your kitchen a little sweeter—one strawberry-packed bite at a time!

Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Author: Zoe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 20 cookies 1x
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Indulge in a treat with these Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies, bursting with berry goodness and topped with a luscious, creamy icing. These cookies feature powdered freeze-dried strawberries, strawberry jam, and vanilla for a rich and fruity flavor experience. Perfectly soft and chewy, they’re easy to make and great for sharing or enjoying solo. The strawberry-infused icing adds the perfect finishing touch to these irresistible cookies.

Instructions

Prepare Strawberry Powder – Using a blender, pulverize freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
Preheat Oven – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Dough – Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then gradually incorporate flour, baking soda, part of the strawberry powder, and salt. Lastly, mix in the strawberry jam.
Shape Cookies – Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake Cookies – Bake for 8 minutes. Lightly tap the baking sheet to flatten the cookies, then bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Prepare Icing – Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, hot milk, vanilla extract, and the remaining strawberry powder. Adjust consistency with additional milk if needed.
Ice Cookies – Dip cooled cookies into prepared icing or drizzle icing over the tops.

Notes

Adjust icing consistency by adding small amounts of milk until desired texture is achieved.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Double Strawberry Sugar Cookies, Strawberry, Cookies, Dessert, Baking, Cream Cheese, Freeze-Dried Strawberries