Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Delicious cookies combining creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Should be at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Should be fresh for best flavor
For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Should be at room temperature
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to add moisture and flavor.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Assembly
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Create an indentation in the center of each cookie dough ball and fill with the cream cheese mixture.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
Enjoy warm or at room temperature. For a fun presentation, stack cookies on a decorative plate and garnish as desired. Ideal for gifts or dessert tables.