Goldy Bear's Red N Whites Recipe

Indulge in these delightful strawberry shortbread cookies – a recipe inspired by Diane Mott Davidson's culinary mystery, "The Cereal Murders." These melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature buttery shortbread studded with juicy strawberry halves, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tart. A delightful treat for any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 46.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Goldy Bear's Red N Whites

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How to Make Goldy Bear's Red N Whites

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 4 ounces cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Using a 1/2-tablespoon cookie scoop or measuring spoon, shape the dough into small balls. Place them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  5. Make a small indentation in the top of each cookie using your thumb.
  6. Carefully place one strawberry half, cut-side down, into each indentation.
  7. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

9g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Goldy Bear's Red N Whites?

Goldy Bear's Red N Whites takes about 48 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 33 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Goldy Bear's Red N Whites?

Goldy Bear's Red N Whites has approximately 46.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Goldy Bear's Red N Whites?

The key ingredients for Goldy Bear's Red N Whites are Unsalted Butter, Cream Cheese, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour, Strawberries. See the full list with measurements above.

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