Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Sandwich Cookies, a perfect treat for spring and summer gatherings. These vibrant cookies are made using a simple cake mix, resulting in soft and flavorful strawberry shells complemented by a creamy filling. Each bite bursts with real strawberry goodness, making them an irresistible choice for parties, picnics, or an afternoon snack. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, these cookies will brighten any dessert table. With customizable filling options, you can easily tailor them to suit your personal taste or occasion.

Ingredients

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15.25-oz box strawberry cake mix
½ cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons pureed strawberries
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3–4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Gradually add the strawberry cake mix, blending until fully incorporated. Chill the dough for at least one hour.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Form chilled dough into balls about 2 inches wide and place them on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
Bake for 10 minutes; let cool on the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
In another bowl, mix pureed strawberries with softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar until reaching your desired sweetness and consistency.
Spread filling between two cookie shells to create sandwiches.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie sandwich (55g)
Calories: 215
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking for thicker cookies. For variety, try different fruit purees in the filling or add flavor extracts like almond or lemon zest.