Strawberry Crunch Cookies: A Sweet and Crumbly Treat with a Burst of Berry Flavor

If you love the nostalgic taste of strawberry crunch ice cream bars, then get ready to fall in love with Strawberry Crunch Cookies. These cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with strawberry flavor—topped with a signature crunchy crumble that gives every bite a delightful texture. They’re the perfect treat to brighten up your dessert table, snack time, or even gift boxes.

What Are Strawberry Crunch Cookies?

Strawberry crunch cookies are inspired by the classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bar, combining soft cookie dough with a strawberry-flavored crumb topping made from crushed vanilla cookies and freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry gelatin mix. The contrast between the tender base and crispy topping makes them stand out from your average cookie.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cookies:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

• ¾ cup crushed golden sandwich cookies or vanilla wafers
• 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder (or crushed freeze-dried strawberries)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

How to Make Strawberry Crunch Cookies

1. Make the Crunch Topping

In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies, strawberry gelatin or freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.

3. Shape and Top

Scoop the dough into balls and flatten slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press a generous amount of the strawberry crunch topping onto each cookie, gently pressing it in so it sticks during baking.

4. Bake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft. Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Optional Additions

• White chocolate chips for an extra indulgent twist
• Cream cheese glaze drizzle for a strawberry shortcake feel
• Fresh strawberry pieces baked into the dough for added texture

Final Thoughts

Strawberry Crunch Cookies are more than just pretty—they’re bursting with flavor, texture, and nostalgia. With their vibrant pink topping and buttery cookie base, they’re a fun and fruity way to satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for parties, gifting, or treating yourself to something special.

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