Making Cookies

• In a blender or food processor, process the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
• Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla until combined. Beat in the egg. Add the flour, baking soda, ¼ cup strawberry powder (save the remainder for the frosting), and salt. Beat in the strawberry jam.
• Roll the dough into rounded tablespoon size balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 8 minutes. Remove from the oven, rotate, and tap the baking sheet on the counter 1 time to flatten. Bake another 2-3 minutes or until the cookies are just beginning to set on the edges. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet.
• To make the icing, mix all ingredients in a bowl with 3-4 tablespoons strawberry powder. Add additional milk to thin, as needed.
• If desired, dip each cookie in the icing. Let set or enjoy!