Luscious Strawberry Sugar Cookies 
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Strawberry Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons strawberry puree (freshly blended for best results)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh strawberry pieces (for garnish)
Gold sprinkles (optional, for a touch of sparkle)
Ingredient Tips:
If you’re looking for a dairy-free option, substitute the butter with a high-quality vegan butter. For a gluten-free version, you can replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). This step helps create a soft, airy texture in the cookies.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
Shape the Cookies: Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing each ball about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each cookie ball with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.
Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Prepare the Strawberry Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the thickness by adding more powdered sugar or strawberry puree as needed.
Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a thin layer of glaze over each one. Garnish with fresh strawberry pieces and optional gold sprinkles.
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