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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies Recipe with a Butterly Twist

Strawberry Shortbread Cookies Recipe with a Butterly Twist

Strawberry Shortbread Cookies with a Buttery Twist are a charming blend of fruity brightness and rich, tender shortbread, offering timeless flavor with a modern upgrade. With simple ingredients, customizable variations, and an elegant finish, they’re the perfect homemade treat for any season or celebration.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings 14

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup softened butter
  • ½ cup white granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 to 6 fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring optional, for red streaks

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 355°F (fan bake). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar for 1 to 2 minutes, until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Using a spatula, gently fold in the flour until just combined—be careful not to overmix. In a small bowl, finely grate the strawberries and measure out 3 tablespoons. Add the grated strawberries to the dough and fold them in with the spatula. Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper to your desired thickness. Lightly brush the top of the dough sheet with red food coloring for a beautiful streaked effect. Chill the dough sheet in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes. Once chilled, cut out cookies using your favorite shapes—dip your cookie cutter in flour to prevent sticking, or use a wine glass for a simple round shape. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes. After baking, let the cookies cool on the baking tray for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.