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Strawberry Shortcake Cookies

Easy Home Cooking
These soft, buttery cookies are bursting with juicy strawberries and topped with a sugary crunch—like a strawberry shortcake in cookie form!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar plus more for topping
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter cold, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup diced fresh strawberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in cream and vanilla.
  • Fold in strawberries gently.
  • Drop dough onto baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/strawberry-shortcake-cookies/

Notes

  • Be sure to use cold butter for the best texture—this creates a tender, scone-like bite.
  • Pat strawberries dry before folding in to avoid excess moisture.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed the same day or stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.