Strawberry Champagne Sugar Cookies Recipe
Delight in these elegant Strawberry Champagne Sugar Cookies, featuring a tender buttery base enriched with the subtle sparkle of champagne and fresh strawberries. Perfectly crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, these cookies combine a festive touch with fruity freshness, making them ideal for celebrations or a special treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup champagne
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins and Coating
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- Pink sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet and oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and creamy, which incorporates air for a tender cookie.
- Add egg, champagne, and vanilla: Mix the egg into the creamed butter and sugar. Then add the champagne and vanilla extract, stirring until all wet ingredients are fully combined for a smooth batter.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning.
- Mix dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, gently stirring until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and ensuring a tender texture.
- Incorporate strawberries: Fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the dough without breaking them down or overmixing.
- Prepare dough balls: Scoop portions of the dough using a spoon or cookie scoop, roll them into balls, and coat each ball evenly with pink sugar to add a sparkling, sweet crust.
- Arrange and bake cookies: Place the sugared dough balls spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges turn golden.
- Cool cookies: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for one minute to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them firm up with a crisp edge and soft center.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh strawberries that are finely chopped to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- Champagne adds a subtle flavor; you can substitute with sparkling white grape juice for a non-alcoholic version.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- The pink sugar can be substituted with colored sanding sugar or coarse sugar crystals of your choice.
Keywords: Strawberry cookies, champagne sugar cookies, festive cookies, fruit cookies, holiday treats, pink sugar cookies
