Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of cheesecake and cookies with this easy Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe. Each cookie boasts a soft, chewy texture and bursts with real strawberry flavor, complemented by a creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday party, a picnic, or a cozy night at home—these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal effort, you can whip up these irresistible treats that offer the best of both worlds: the comforting taste of cookies and the rich creaminess of cheesecake.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Freeze for 10–15 minutes.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; mix in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients; fold in crushed strawberries.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before shaping.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape dough around cheesecake filling into balls on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg