Strawberry Crunch Cookies (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
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1/2 cup granulated sugar.
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed.
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1 large egg.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
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1/4 teaspoon salt.
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1/2 cup strawberry-flavored Jell-O mix (dry).
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1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries (optional).
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1/2 cup crushed graham crackers.
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1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping).
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1/4 cup melted butter.
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1/4 cup strawberry-flavored sprinkles (optional).
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and dry strawberry Jell-O mix.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries if using.
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In a small bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the strawberry-flavored sprinkles if desired.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle the crunch topping generously over each cookie dough ball.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes:
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A fun, sweet, and crunchy strawberry-flavored cookie that's perfect for special occasions.