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Butter Strawberry Shortcakeהתמונה להמחשה בלבד
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Buttery Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Cooking With Kids

A decadent experience of crisp, artisanal cookies that harmonize the delicate sweetness of strawberries with a rich texture that melts effortlessly on the palate. Finished with a vibrant pink glaze and elegant dark chocolate drizzles, these treats are a sophisticated choice for refined entertaining or a bespoke culinary gift.

Prep
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
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What to know about Buttery Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Crisp and melt-in-your-mouth Scottish-style shortbread with strawberry bits, featuring a delicate sweetness and refreshing tang. Perfect for afternoon coffee or festive desserts, this vegan and gluten-free-friendly treat is also a joy to bake with children.

Timing
50 min
Serves
4
Dietary notes
Egg-free, Fish-free, Cooking With Kids, Nut-free

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:4
  1. 1In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Stir for 5-8 minutes until the strawberries liquefy and the sugar dissolves. Mash the strawberries with a spoon.
  2. 2Strain the mixture through a fine mesh colander to remove seeds, collecting at least 6 tablespoons of liquid. Cool the syrup before refrigerating.
  3. 3In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, powdered sugar, and coarse salt. Set aside.

Nutrition

Calories
1883
Protein
14.6g
Carbs
327.7g

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Cooking With Kids

Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.

EasyAll ages

Age 3-5

Small helper

  • Mash soft ingredients
  • Wash fruit and vegetables
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Age 6-8

Kitchen explorer

  • Stir a batter
  • Measure simple ingredients
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Chef tips

Let the kids help knead the dough—it's great fun for little hands and the dough will turn out even better! Let the kids help knead the dough—it's great fun for little hands and the dough will turn out even better!

Culinary reasoning

A decadent experience of crisp, artisanal cookies that harmonize the delicate sweetness of strawberries with a rich texture that melts effortlessly on the palate. Finished with a vibrant pink glaze and elegant dark chocolate drizzles, these treats are a sophisticated choice for refined entertaining or a bespoke culinary gift.

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  • 4In an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Incorporate strawberry syrup and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  • 5Slowly add the flour mixture until the dough is crumbly. If desired, mix in red food coloring until evenly distributed.
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    6Form the dough into a thick disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • 7Preheat the oven to 160°C. Roll dough into 1-inch balls, coat in granulated sugar, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 5 cm apart.
  • 8Bake for 12 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  • 9For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and strawberry syrup, adding water gradually until smooth. Dip the tops of cookies into the glaze and place on the cooling rack.
  • 10For the chocolate drizzle, melt chocolate chips and butter in a heat-safe bowl in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the cookies in a decorative pattern.
  • Ingredients

    • 1 3/4 cups sliced strawberries (frozen)
    • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 2.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
    • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
    • 1 cup unsalted butter (or plant-based baking sticks, at room temperature)
    • 3 tablespoons strawberry syrup
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1/4 teaspoon liquid red food coloring
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rolling)
    • 2.5 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
    • 3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons water (at room temperature)
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or plant-based baking sticks, for glaze)
    • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips

    Nutrition

    Calories
    1883
    Protein
    14.6g
    Carbs
    327.7g

    Chef tips

    Let the kids help knead the dough—it's great fun for little hands and the dough will turn out even better! Let the kids help knead the dough—it's great fun for little hands and the dough will turn out even better!

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    Age 9+

    Confident cook

    • Read the steps
    • Portion and shape
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    Adults only

    Grown-up task

    • Use heat
    • Handle sharp tools
    An adult safely handling a hot oven tray with oven mitts

    Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.

    Skills Kids Practice

    • Following instructions
    • Fine motor skills
    • Counting
    • Teamwork

    A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.

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