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A close-up of golden-brown Strawberry Crunch Cookies stacked on a white plate, with fresh strawberries blurred in the background.
Linda

Strawberry Crunch Cookies

These irresistible Strawberry Crunch Cookies feature a soft, chewy vanilla cookie base generously coated with a vibrant, crunchy strawberry topping and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. They're a delightful blend of textures and sweet, fruity flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping
  • 1.5 cups Golden Oreo cookies or Nilla wafers, finely crushed (about 18-20 cookies)
  • 1 cup Freeze-dried strawberries crushed into small pieces
  • 1 tbsp Strawberry gelatin powder (Jell-O brand)
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter melted
For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.75 cup Unsalted butter 1.5 sticks, softened to room temperature
  • 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Light brown sugar packed
  • 1 Large egg room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp Milk (or heavy cream)
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer (stand or hand-held)
  • Small mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie scoop (1.5-2 tablespoon size)
  • Food processor (optional, for crushing wafers)

Method
 

Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the finely crushed Golden Oreo cookies (or Nilla wafers), crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and strawberry gelatin powder. Mix well until evenly combined.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture is thoroughly coated and resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
Make the Cookie Dough
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Bake the Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Using a 1.5-2 tablespoon cookie scoop, roll the cookie dough into balls. Gently press each cookie dough ball into the prepared strawberry crunch topping, coating all sides.
  3. Place the coated cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft. They will firm up as they cool.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Glaze and Finish
  1. While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the remaining milk, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
  2. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the vanilla glaze generously over each cookie. Let the glaze set for about 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store Strawberry Crunch Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. For an extra pop of strawberry flavor, you can add a few drops of pink food coloring to the vanilla glaze. Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for the best cookie dough consistency.