Strawberry Crunch Cookies Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Strawberry Crunch Cookies capture strawberry shortcake ice cream bar nostalgia with chewy pink cookies rolled in Golden Oreo-strawberry Jello crunch coating. These bakery-style treats serve 24 in 30 minutes with perfect chew-crisp balance.

Why This Recipe Works

Strawberry extract + pink food coloring creates authentic ice cream bar hue. Golden Oreos provide neutral crunch contrasting fruity cookie. Jello powder delivers intense strawberry without fresh fruit mushiness. Double bake method sets crunch permanently. Cornstarch guarantees thick chewy centers.

Ingredients & Prep

1 cup unsalted butter softened, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup light brown sugar, 2 eggs room temperature, 1 tsp strawberry extract, 15 drops pink food coloring, 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp cornstarch. Crunch coating: 20 Golden Oreos crushed, 3.4 oz strawberry Jello powder, 4 tbsp butter melted.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven 350°F. Line baking sheets parchment. Cream butter + sugars 3 minutes until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then strawberry extract + food coloring. Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cornstarch; gradually mix into wet ingredients. Combine crushed Oreos, Jello powder, melted butter for coating. Scoop tablespoon dough balls; roll firmly in crunch mixture. Place 2-inches apart. Bake 8 minutes. Remove; sprinkle extra crunch on tops. Bake 4 more minutes until edges set. Cool completely on sheet.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temperature airtight 5 days. Freeze dough balls 3 months; roll + bake straight from freezer adding 1 minute. Crunch maintains through freezing perfectly.

FAQs

Cookies spreading? Chill dough 30 minutes + use parchment paper. Crunch falling off? Press firmly while rolling + use cold butter in coating. Not strawberry enough? Add ½ tsp strawberry emulsion.

Conclusion

Strawberry Crunch Cookies revive childhood ice cream bar joy chewy, pink, crunchy perfection.

Strawberry Crunch Cookies Recipe

Print Recipe

Strawberry Crunch Cookies deliver nostalgic strawberry shortcake ice cream bar flavors with soft pink strawberry cookies rolled in crunchy Golden Oreo-strawberry Jello topping. Chewy centers with crispy edges make these viral Pinterest favorites perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, or summer dessert boards.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 32 mins
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• Cookies:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tsp strawberry extract
• 15 drops red or pink food coloring
• 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• Strawberry Crunch Topping:
• 20 Golden Oreos, roughly crushed
• 1 (3.4 oz) box strawberry Jello powder
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

• 1. Make crunch topping: Crush Golden Oreos into bowl. Mix in strawberry Jello powder and melted butter. Spread on plate to cool.
• 2. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment.
• 3. Cream butter and both sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then strawberry extract and food coloring.
• 4. Whisk flour, baking soda, salt in separate bowl. Add dry to wet on low speed until combined.
• 5. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls. Roll each in crunch topping. Place 2-3 inches apart on sheets.
• 6. Bake 8 minutes. Sprinkle more topping on tops, bake 4 more minutes until edges set.
• 7. Cool on sheet 5 minutes, then wire rack.

Notes

• Golden Oreos essential for authentic vanilla crunch texture.
• Food coloring creates iconic pink color but optional.
• Store airtight 5 days or freeze baked cookies 2 months.
• Chill dough 30 minutes if too soft for rolling.
• Double topping recipe for extra crunch coverage.
• Perfect make-ahead for parties – crunch stays crispy!

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 238
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Fiber: 0.5g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 35mg

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