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Strawberry Lemonade Meltaway Cookies Recipe

Irresistible Strawberry Lemonade Meltaway Cookies | 18-Minute Magic


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  • Author: Sarah Bloom
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a perfect balance of strawberry and lemon flavors.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture.
  6. Divide dough in half. Mix lemon zest into one half and strawberry powder into the other.
  7. Roll each portion into small balls and place on baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until set but not browned.
  9. Cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • For stronger flavor, increase lemon zest or strawberry powder slightly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American