Strawberry Lemonade Cut-Out Cookie Recipe
Indulge in the delightful taste of our Strawberry Lemonade Cut-Out Cookie Recipe, where sweet strawberries meet tangy lemons for a refreshing treat. These cookies are not only visually appealing with their vibrant colors, but they also provide a burst of flavor that’s perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to casual afternoon snacks. Easy to make and even more fun to decorate, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family. With a soft texture that holds its shape beautifully, they’re ideal for icing and creativity! Bring joy to your kitchen and create lasting memories with these charming cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ tsp lemon extract
- 1 ½ tsp strawberry extract
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.8 oz package freeze-dried strawberries, pulverized into powder
- Zest of one lemon
- 3 to 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 drops pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a mixer, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, extracts, salt, baking powder, pulverized strawberries, lemon zest, and optional food coloring; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour until the dough is smooth and not sticky.
- Roll out the dough between parchment paper to your desired thickness and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 7–9 minutes until set but not browned; let cool before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg