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Strawberry Lemonade Meltaway Cookies

Strawberry Lemonade Meltaway Cookies That Wow Your Tastebuds

Delight in these Strawberry Lemonade Meltaway Cookies with buttery texture and zesty icing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup butter Use salted butter for added flavor.
  • ½ cup powdered sugar No substitutions needed.
  • ½ cup cornstarch Do not substitute with flour.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best taste.
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt Morton’s brand recommended.
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup fresh strawberries Diced for icing, can substitute with raspberries.
For the Strawberry Lemonade Icing
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Used in strawberry syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1⅓ cups powdered sugar Adjust consistency as necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Enhances icing flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Microwave

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk the butter until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and kosher salt, mixing until smooth.
  3. Gradually incorporate the flour into the mixture until the dough forms.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls, coat in granulated sugar, and flatten slightly.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, ensuring edges are light golden.
  6. Prepare the strawberry syrup by microwaving diced strawberries with granulated sugar for 1 minute; strain juice and reduce.
  7. Mix syrup with lemon juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla for icing, adjusting consistency as needed.
  8. Spread icing over cooled cookies and allow to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool completely before icing to maintain defined shape. Optional: garnish with extra diced strawberries.

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