Pink Strawberry Cookies
Pink Strawberry Cookies are a delightful and vibrant treat with a tender, chewy texture and rich strawberry flavor, perfect for gatherings or cozy afternoons at home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz strawberry cake mix (1 box) Provides a rich strawberry flavor and beautiful pink hue.
- 8 tablespoons butter, melted Adds moisture and a lovely buttery richness.
- 1 piece egg, room temperature Binds all ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses warm, aromatic notes.
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature Ensures cookies are incredibly soft.
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips Adds creamy sweetness.
- 3/4 cup M&Ms Adds colorful pop and chocolatey delight.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, room temperature egg, vanilla extract, and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the strawberry cake mix to the mixture, stirring until well blended to form a pink dough.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips and M&Ms until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, keeping them pale on top. The bottoms may get lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with a glass of milk, lemonade, or vanilla ice cream. Avoid common mistakes like skipping refrigeration or overmixing the dough.