1-First Step: Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Soften ½ cup butter to room temperature. Chop ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries into small pieces. Measure all dry items like 1 small box strawberry Jell-O dry mix, 1¼ cups flour, ½ tsp baking soda, and ¼ tsp salt. This setup keeps things smooth for cream cheese cookies.

2-Second Step: In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup softened butter and ½ cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes by hand. Beat in 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Stir in the dry strawberry Jell-O mix until fully combined. This creates the flavorful base for easy strawberries and cream cookies.

3-Third Step: Add 1¼ cups flour, ½ tsp baking soda, and ¼ tsp salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing for tender white chocolate cookies. Fold in ¾ cup white chocolate chips and ½ cup chopped freeze-dried strawberries. The dough will be soft and pinkish.

4-Fourth Step: Cover dough and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. This step prevents spreading, ensuring thick, cake mix cookies style results. For dietary adaptations, use gluten-free flour here without issue.

5-Fifth Step: Scoop 2-tablespoon sized balls onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until edges turn golden. Cookies yield about 24, each 3 inches wide. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to rack. Perfect for beginners or party hosts.

6-Sixth Step: Whip 4 oz cream cheese and ¼ cup softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar and ½ tsp vanilla, beating to fluffy consistency. Pipe or spread on cooled strawberries and cream cookies. For vegan, use plant-based alternatives.

7-Final Step: Let frosted cookies set 10 minutes. Serve with milk or tea. Store as noted later. Total time: 45 minutes. These steps guarantee strawberries and cream cookies tiktok-worthy treats. Adapt for low-calorie by skipping frosting.