Description

Chewy cookies bursting with fresh strawberry flavor from freeze-dried strawberries and a satisfying crunch from crispy rice cereal, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed

1 cup crispy rice cereal

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Gently fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and crispy rice cereal.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use freeze-dried strawberries instead of fresh to maintain chewy texture without added moisture.

Substitute crispy rice cereal with crushed cornflakes or chopped nuts if needed.

For gluten-free, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.

Optionally add a teaspoon of strawberry extract for a more intense flavor.

Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for 4-5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Reheat frozen cookies briefly in the microwave to revive softness and crunch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 140
Sugar: approx. 8g
Sodium: approx. 120mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg