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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the soft, chewy texture of homemade cookies. Filled with sweet strawberries and a luscious cream cheese center, they’re one of the most fun baking recipes for any occasion. Perfect for easy baking recipes desserts, brunch, or when you want to impress with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cookie Dough:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup diced fresh strawberries
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Optional Toppings:
  • 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
  • Extra diced strawberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Make the Cookie Dough:
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  5. Add Strawberries:
  6. Gently fold in diced strawberries. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  7. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
  8. In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.
  9. Form the Cookies:
  10. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly, and add ½ teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center. Cover with another small piece of dough and seal the edges gently.
  11. Bake:
  12. Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  13. Cool and Serve:
  14. Let cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or top with fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and color.
  • Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Don’t overfill with cream cheese to avoid leaks while baking.
  • Add a drizzle of melted white chocolate for a tasty baking upgrade.