Description
Delight in these Strawberry Champagne Sugar Cookies that combine the subtle elegance of champagne with the fresh sweetness of strawberries. These soft, lightly golden cookies have a tender crumb and a festive sparkle from the pink sugar coating. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat, they offer a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies.
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
Additional Ingredients
- 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). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale, creating air pockets for a tender cookie.
- Add egg, champagne, and vanilla: Beat in the egg until fully incorporated. Stir in the champagne and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined, infusing the dough with flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Incorporate strawberries: Fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries carefully to maintain their texture and evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Prepare dough balls: Scoop small amounts of dough and roll into balls. Then roll each ball evenly in pink sugar to add sparkle and slight sweetness on the outside.
- Arrange and bake cookies: Place the sugared dough balls spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges turn golden and centers are set but soft.
- Cool cookies: Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a minute to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their perfect texture.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture impact.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies tender.
- Pink sugar adds a festive look and slight crunch; regular sugar can be substituted but the appearance will differ.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Champagne can be substituted with sparkling white wine or sparkling water for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry cookies, Champagne cookies, Sugar cookies, Festive cookies, Holiday baking
