White chocolate strawberry ganache cookies bring together a tender cookie and a smooth pink filling that tastes bright and rich at the same time. I like baking these when strawberries feel right for the season and I want a dessert that looks special without extra stress. The contrast between the cookie and ganache makes every bite feel balanced.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft cookies with a creamy center
• Sweet white chocolate flavor with real strawberry taste
• Works well for parties and gifting
• Easy steps with common ingredients
• Pretty color without food dye

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep: 30 minutes
• Cook: 12 minutes
• Chill: 30 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 12 minutes

Ingredients

Cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt

Strawberry Ganache

• 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup strawberry puree (fresh or thawed frozen)

Optional swap: Use freeze-dried strawberry powder mixed with cream if fresh berries are not available.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets.
2. Cream butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Mix in egg and vanilla.
4. Stir dry ingredients into the dough.
5. Scoop dough and bake for 10–12 minutes. Cool fully.
6. Heat cream until warm, not boiling.
7. Pour cream over white chocolate and stir until smooth.
8. Mix in strawberry puree and chill until thick.
9. Assemble white chocolate strawberry ganache cookies by sandwiching ganache between two cookies.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tea, coffee, or cold milk. Arrange on a white platter to show off the pink centers. These cookies also work well in dessert boxes.

Quick Tips or Variations

• Chill ganache longer if it feels loose.
• Add lemon zest to the cookie dough for contrast.
• Dip half the cookie in melted white chocolate for a finish.

FAQs

What are white chocolate strawberry ganache cookies made of?

They use soft vanilla-style cookies filled with ganache made from white chocolate, cream, and strawberry puree.

How do you make strawberry ganache thicker for cookies?

Chill the ganache longer or reduce the strawberry puree slightly before mixing.

Can white chocolate strawberry ganache cookies be made ahead?

Yes. Bake the cookies one day early and assemble them before serving.

How should white chocolate strawberry ganache cookies be stored?

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Conclusion

White chocolate strawberry ganache cookies bring soft texture and bright flavor together in a dessert that feels thoughtful and homemade.

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