Strawberry Shortcake Cookies (Print Version)

Buttery cookies filled with fresh strawberries and vanilla cream capture a classic flavor combination.

# Ingredient List:

→ Strawberry Shortcake Cookies

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
09 - 1/3 cup sour cream
10 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced and patted dry

→ Cream Filling

11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
12 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined. Fold in sour cream until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold diced strawberries into the dough using a spatula.
07 - Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 13-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack until completely cooled.
09 - Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then vanilla extract and heavy cream. Continue beating until light and fluffy.
10 - Once cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe cream filling onto the flat side of half the cookies. Top with remaining cookies to form sandwiches.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Classic strawberry shortcake flavors in a fun, portable cookie form
  • Fresh strawberries baked right into the tender cookie base
  • Rich, creamy vanilla filling that perfectly complements the fruity cookies
  • Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or afternoon tea
  • Makes 16 generous sandwich cookies—ideal for sharing or gifting
02 -
  • Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture—especially the butter, egg, and sour cream
  • Don't overmix the dough once you add the flour; mix just until combined to keep cookies tender
  • Space cookies 2 inches apart on the baking sheet as they spread slightly during baking
  • Let cookies cool completely before filling—warm cookies will melt the cream filling
  • Use a piping bag for neat, professional-looking filling, or simply spread with an offset spatula
  • Sift the powdered sugar for the filling to avoid lumps and achieve ultra-smooth cream
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