A summery twist on a classic treat. A great place to start for beginners or families looking to make some memories in the kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (packed)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- additional chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 370F degrees
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl & set aside
- Cream together butter, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl (use an electric or stand mixer)
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing between each egg
- Add flour mixture and mix until just combined (don't overmix)
- Using a spatula, stir in fresh strawberries & chocolate chips until combined
- Scoop dough into balls about 2 tablespoons each & place onto a prepared baking sheet
- Bake for 10 minutes, rotate baking sheet clockwise and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes until golden brown on the edges
- Immediately after taking cookies out of the oven, place additional chocolate chips on the top and let cool for 5 minutes. Move to wire cooling rack.
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The fool-proof jam recipe you've been waiting for. The most versatile use of local strawberries perfect for summertime.
Ingredients:
- 4 1/2 cups fresh, washed strawberries (patted dry)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions:
- Puree strawberries in a food processor
- Run through a fine sieve to remove seeds (optional)
- Pour the strawberry puree in a large non-stick saucepan and cook on medium-high heat
- Add sugar and lemon juice and mix until combined
- Stir frequently until jam thickens and bubbles are covering the surface (about 12 minutes)
- Pour jam into a clean jar and let it cool completely
- Seal the jar & refrigerate up to 10 days
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The perfect summer dessert! If you're looking for a creative recipe for those local berries you just picked - this one's for you.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups strawberries
- small box of jello (dry)
- 18.25oz boxed cake mix
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions:
- Fill the bottom of a 9x13 pan with strawberries, then sprinkle the jello (dry) over top
- Cover with mini marshmallows (optional)
- Mix a boxed cake mix according to instructions & pour over the strawberries
- Bake at 350F degrees for 30-35 minutes, test with a toothpick
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream
Original recipes here:
https://therecipecritic.com/strawberry-chocolate-chip-cookies
https://cakewhiz.com/easy-homemade-strawberry-jam/
https://lovefoodies.com/easy-strawberry-upside-down-cake/
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