Strawberry Snowball Cookie
Baking Memories with Mom Sarah and Daughter Emily – Strawberry Snowball Cookies
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A Sweet Bond in the Kitchen
In the cozy kitchen of Mom Sarah and her five-year-old daughter, Emily, there’s a special kind of magic that happens when they bake together. Today, they’re embarking on a delightful baking adventure, creating a batch of scrumptious Strawberry Snowball Cookies. These cookies are not just treats; they’re tokens of love and learning, a way for Sarah and Emily to bond and create lasting memories.
Ingredients: A Symphony of Flavors
- 1 cup butter, softened
- ⅔ cup powdered sugar
- 2 ¼ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 3-4 drops red/pink food coloring
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips
- Extra powdered sugar for coating
The Baking Begins
With aprons tied and smiles wide, Sarah and Emily start their baking journey. Sarah teaches Emily the importance of measuring ingredients precisely. Emily’s little hands help scoop the butter, and her giggles fill the room as they beat the butter and powdered sugar together.
“It’s like fluffy clouds, Mommy!” Emily exclaims, looking at the creamy mixture they’ve created.
Adding Color and Flavor
As they add the flour and salt, Emily learns about the textures of dough. When it’s time for the strawberry extract and food coloring, her eyes widen in amazement as the dough transforms into a beautiful pink. They chat about how strawberries grow and why they’re pink, turning the baking session into an impromptu learning experience.
The Fun of Mixing
The duo then stirs in the white chocolate chips, with Emily excitedly pointing out how they look like little pearls in the pink dough. After mixing, they place the dough in the refrigerator to chill, using this time to clean up and dance around the kitchen to their favorite tunes.
Shaping and Baking
Once the dough is chilled, they preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Sarah shows Emily how to scoop the dough and roll it into balls, and together, they arrange them on the cookie sheet.
After 7 minutes in the oven, the cookies are ready – golden and inviting. The aroma of strawberries fills the air, making their hearts warm and their stomachs rumble in anticipation.
“Remember, not too close!” Sarah reminds gently, guiding Emily’s eager hands.
The Final Touch
The cookies cool slightly, and then it’s time for the final, most enjoyable part. Emily, with her tiny fingers, gently rolls the warm cookies in powdered sugar, giggling as some of the sugar dusts her nose.
Tasting and Sharing
Finally, they sit down with a plate of Strawberry Snowball Cookies and two glasses of milk. Emily takes a bite, her eyes lighting up with joy. “It’s like a strawberry cloud, Mommy!”
Sarah smiles, knowing that these moments are about more than just cookies. They’re about the lessons, the laughter, and the love shared between a mother and her daughter.
Cherishing the Moments
As they store the leftover cookies in an airtight container, Sarah looks at Emily and thinks about the precious memories they’ve created today. These Strawberry Snowball Cookies are a testament to their sweet bond, a bond that will only grow stronger with each recipe they explore together!
Strawberry Snowball Cookies
Prep Time: 10 Minutes | Cook Time: 7 Minutes
Servings: 30 cookies
Ingredients:
1 c butter, softened
⅔ c powdered sugar
2 ¼ c flour
½ tsp salt
1 tsp strawberry extract
3-4 drops red/pink food coloring
¾ c white chocolate chips
Extra powder sugar for coating
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar together for about 2 minutes. Add in the flour and salt and mix. Add in the extract and food coloring and mix until the color is fully incorporated throughout the dough. Stir in the white chocolate chips. Place in the refrigerator and allow the dough to chill for about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop up the dough and roll it into balls. Place on a cookie sheet about an inch apart. Place in the oven and bake for 7 minutes. Do not overbake! Remove and allow the cookies to slightly cool before rolling them in powdered sugar and place them on a cooling rack to finish cooling.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
If you love strawberries as much as we do, try this valentine day cupcake recipe!
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