Strawberry Cookies

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These strawberry cookies are a healthy and wholesome recipe that needs just four ingredients to make. Thick, chewy, and bursting with berries, they bake in just 12 minutes.

strawberry cookies.

Strawberry desserts are severely underrated.

Adding fresh strawberries to baked goods gives them some lovely fruity notes and added strawberry flavor. They also pair well with tons of flavors, like peanut butter jelly bars, strawberry banana bread, or creamy cheesecake.

Where they truly shine, though, is to use them for a cookie recipe.

Table of Contents
  1. Why you’ll love this recipe
  2. How to make strawberry cookies
  3. Tips to make the best recipe
  4. Storage instructions
  5. Frequently asked questions
  6. More easy cookies you’ll like
  7. Strawberry Cookies (4 Ingredients)

Why you’ll love this recipe

Strawberry cookies are a delicious treat that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the comforting taste of oatmeal cookies. We love making them whenever we want to use up pantry staples or for occasions (like Valentine’s day or baby showers!), and they are always an instant hit.

  • Just four ingredients. All you need are oats, peanut butter, banana, and strawberries!
  • No eggs or butter. Unlike other cookies, these skip the butter and eggs but turn out just as soft and chewy as you’d expect them to be.
  • No chill time. Like the above point, these can be prepped and baked immediately.
  • Perfect for breakfast. Thanks to the wholesome ingredients, these cookies would be great for any meal of the day, from breaky to dessert.

How to make strawberry cookies

Adding fresh strawberries and baking them into cookies was a fantastic way to use them up. They also provide extra moisture (perfect for softer cookies!) and natural sweetness. When paired with the mashed banana base, you’d easily satisfy the sweet tooth. 

The Ingredients (and substitutions)

  • Rolled oats– Gives the cookies a chewy texture, especially compared to quick-cooking oats.

Dietary swap

Use gluten free rolled oats to keep this recipe gluten free.

  • Almond butter– Smooth and creamy with no added sugar. You can also use peanut or cashew butter.

Allergy swap

Replace the nut butter with a nut-free alternative, like tahini or sunflower seed butter.

  • Banana– Adds moisture to the cookies while also adding some natural sweetness. Unsweetened applesauce will also work.
  • Strawberries– Chop the strawberries finely so they are evenly dispersed within the cookies. Reserve a few to top the cookies with!
  • Chocolate Chips– Optional, but I love adding a few tablespoons of white chocolate chips because they make a fabulous combo.
  • Vanilla extract. Optional, but highly recommended for cookies.

The Instructions 

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 175C/350F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or use a Silpat cookie sheet. Set aside.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine all your ingredients, except for your chocolate chips, and stir or whisk well. Using a rubber spatula, fold in your chocolate chips into the mixture.

Step 3: Form 16 small dough balls of cookie dough. Place each ball on the lined tray or baking sheet and press each in a cookie shape. If desired, top with extra chocolate chips. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden on the edges.

Step 4: Allow the cookies to cool on the tray/sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

how to make strawberry cookies.

Tips to make the best recipe

  • Do not overbake the cookies, as the exterior will become overly hard, and the center be rubbery. Start checking the cookies around the 12-minute mark and remember, they continue to cook while cooling down.
  • These cookies aren’t overly sweet and rely on strawberries, bananas, and chocolate chips for sweetness. Feel free to add some liquid stevia or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
  • Chill the dough if you prefer thicker and chewier cookies. 30 minutes in the refrigerator is plenty of time.
  • Add a dash of lemon juice to the batter to enhance the flavor of the strawberries.
  • Fold through some nuts, seeds, or even coconut flakes for more texture.
  • Press down on each cookie to form a cookie shape before baking them. Because there is no baking powder or soda, the cookies with keep their shape throughout.
  • Swirl through some cream cheese, and these will remind you of a strawberry cheesecake.
  • Add a few scoops of protein powder to make these filling breakfast cookies.

Storage instructions

To store: These strawberry cookies are eggless and aren’t the best to keep at room temperature. Store leftover cookies in the refrigerator and refrigerate until ready to enjoy. They will keep fresh (in an airtight container) for up to 1 week.

To freeze: Place leftover cookies in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.

healthy strawberry cookies.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use frozen strawberries? 

Fresh strawberries are preferred, but frozen strawberries can also be used. I prefer the former as I’ve found the frozen kind tends to be less sweet. If you use frozen strawberries, be sure to thaw them out completely and use a paper towel to remove any extra moisture. 

Can I use a different type of fruit instead of strawberries?

Yes! Other berries or chopped fruits are a fabulous addition.

Do I need to chill the dough before baking?

No, chilling the dough is not necessary for these cookies. Because they don’t have eggs or rising agents in them, they won’t be prone to spreading.

Can I make these cookies in advance?

These aren’t the best cookies to make ahead of time as they contain ingredients that may dry out the longer it sits.

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Strawberry Cookies (4 Ingredients)

5 from 1462 votes
These soft and chewy strawberry cookies are made with four ingredients and take 12 minutes to bake.
Servings: 12 Cookies
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Total: 17 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 2 cups rolled oats gluten free, if needed
  • 2 large bananas mashed
  • 1/4 cup strawberries chopped
  • 1/2 cup almond butter can sub for any nut or seed butter of choice
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a large tray with parchment paper or prepare a Silpat cookie sheet. Set aside. 
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all your ingredients, except for the strawberries and chocolate chips. Fold them through at the end.
  • Form 12 small balls of dough and place each one on the lined sheet. Press each ball into a cookie shape.
  • Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden on the edges. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the tray completely.

Notes

TO STORE: These strawberry cookies are eggless and aren’t the best to keep at room temperature. Store leftover cookies in the refrigerator and refrigerate until ready to enjoy. They will keep fresh (in a sealed container) for up to 1 week.
TO FREEZE: Place leftover cookies in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 10g
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman
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Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. I just made a modified version of this (half almond flour & half oats, half peanut butter half almond butter) and my two toddlers (ages 2&3) are already on their second ones!!

  2. I made these today, and they are really good!! I did half oatmeal and half almond flour (because I didn’t have enough oatmeal). I used a little more strawberries and chocolate chips. I did add some pure maple syrup (1/8 cup) as well. The cookies are not overly sweet, which is really nice, as is the combo of strawberry & chocolate 🙂 I will definitely make these again. Thank you for the recipe.

    1. Do you think I could replace the bananas with unsweetened applesauce? It’s just easier to store than the bananas.

    1. Could you add protein powder to these to give them more protein and if so how much? Wasn’t sure if the protein powder would change the consistency.

      1. 5 stars
        Saying that I am an EVERYTHING oatmeal fanatic is an understatement. I am always on the hunt for beat oatmeal bakes and these cookies are so good, so good that every child of mine ranging from 5-15 ate these like it was a regular chocolate chip cookie. These are so easy to make. Simple ingredients and very little effort! Definitely a Nobel Prize winner.

  3. Absolutely love these cookies! Although if you want a smaller alternative rather than a big batch, half the recipe but it’s the best breakfast idea ever!

  4. 5 stars
    Perfect! I halved the recipe and got 12 cookies. (Yay!) We totally loved them, keeping this recipe. Thanks! 💖

  5. 5 stars
    i absolutely love these cookies! they’re my go to snack/breakfast. although they aren’t filling, the flavors are amazing!

  6. Hi Arman! 🙂

    Do you know the Nutrition facts on these bad boys?!! They look sooooooo good 🤤

  7. 5 stars
    Quick, easy, and tasty. Not life-changing 😉 but an easy way to put together a healthy snack. My batch made 24. Thanks!

    1. 5 stars
      Love the idea of breakfast cookies! I do not like peanut butter…i wonder how these would turn out if i used nutella? 🤔😋 gonna have to give it a try!