Description
These soft and chewy Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are filled with real strawberry flavor and a creamy cheesecake center. They offer the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Scoop small teaspoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated.
- Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips.
Assemble the Cookies:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten slightly.
- Place a frozen cheesecake filling portion in the center and wrap the dough around it, sealing the edges.
- Arrange cookies on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra strawberry flavor, you can add a teaspoon of strawberry extract.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To serve warm, microwave for 10 seconds before eating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry cookies, cheesecake cookies, stuffed cookies, strawberry dessert, easy baking