Description
Delightfully soft and fruity Strawberry Cookies, combining fresh strawberries, ripe bananas, and citrus zest to create a unique and flavorful treat. These cookies are lightly sweetened and baked to a perfect golden finish, making them an irresistible snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and diced
- 2 medium bananas
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest or lemon zest
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup sugar, granulated
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- â…” cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Strawberries: Clean and chop the strawberries, then place them in a bowl and add the lemon juice to keep them fresh and enhance flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients with Butter: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter with a fork or knife until the mixture resembles peas, ensuring a crumbly texture.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In another bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly with a fork. Add the milk, citrus zest, and vanilla extract and mix well to combine all flavors.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredients and strawberries to the dry mixture. Gently fold everything together using a spatula, taking care not to over-mix to keep cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies a couple of inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake and Cool: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the cookies for 25 minutes until golden brown. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack for best texture.
Notes
- Handle the dough gently to avoid over-mixing, which can cause tough cookies.
- Using fresh, ripe bananas adds natural sweetness and moisture to the cookies.
- Lemon juice prevents strawberries from becoming mushy and helps retain their color.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
