Strawberry Balsamic Sugar Cookies (Print Version)
Soft, buttery treats blending fresh strawberries with tangy balsamic for a unique flavor twist.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
08 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
09 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Add-ins
10 - 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced and patted dry
→ For Rolling
11 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
03 - Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and balsamic vinegar until smooth.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
06 - Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball in granulated sugar.
08 - Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
09 - Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until edges are set and cookies are lightly golden.
10 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The balsamic vinegar intensifies the strawberries natural sweetness without making them taste like salad
- These cookies stay soft for days thanks to the fruit and perfect butter ratio
02 -
- I once skipped patting the strawberries dry and ended up with cookies that spread into thin, crispy puddles
- The vinegar smell disappears completely in the oven leaving only intensified strawberry flavor behind
03 -
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky to work with
- Use a premium balsamic vinegar because the quality really comes through in the final taste