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Strawberry Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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Delight in these soft and fruity Strawberry Cookies topped with a luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Made with strawberry cake mix and fresh strawberries, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Topped with a creamy frosting and fresh sliced strawberries, they are perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare within 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Cookie Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (approximately 15.25 oz)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups powdered sugar
  • 6 fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside to prepare the cookie dough.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and ¼ cup vegetable oil until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  3. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate smaller bowl, whisk the strawberry cake mix and 2 teaspoons of baking powder thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring with a spoon until a thick batter forms, ensuring there are no dry spots.
  5. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the ½ cup chopped fresh strawberries to the batter to add fruity bursts in the cookies.
  6. Form Cookies: Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, drop about 6 dough balls evenly spaced on each prepared baking sheet to maintain shape during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the sheets in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Watch closely and remove the cookies as soon as they begin to brown around the edges to keep them soft.
  8. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before proceeding with frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
  9. Make Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  10. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add 2½ cups powdered sugar a little at a time, mixing continuously until the frosting is smooth and fully combined.
  11. Frost the Cookies: Transfer the frosting to a piping bag or use a knife to spread on each cooled cookie evenly.
  12. Garnish: Top each frosted cookie with a few sliced fresh strawberries for an extra fresh and visually appealing finish.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for smooth frosting.
  • Do not overbake the cookies as they are best when soft and slightly chewy.
  • For added texture, you can sprinkle crushed cookies or freeze-dried strawberries on top along with the sliced fresh strawberries.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese frosting and consume within 3-4 days.

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