Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberries. Each cookie is filled with a tangy cream cheese mixture and studded with fresh strawberries, offering a delightful twist on traditional cookies. Perfect for spring gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of year.
Ingredients
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
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6 ounces (170g) cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
For the Strawberry Cookies:
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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2 ounces (57g) cream cheese, softened
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3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
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1/3 cup (71g) light brown sugar
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1 large egg
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2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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3/4 cup (130g) finely chopped fresh strawberries
Instructions
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Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour, or until solid. -
Make the Cookie Dough:
In a large bowl, beat together the melted butter, softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add the egg and mix until well combined. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries. -
Assemble the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop a portion of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a frozen cream cheese filling in the center and mold the dough around it, sealing the edges completely. Place the filled cookie dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. -
Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat cream cheese for both the filling and the dough.
Ensure the cream cheese filling is fully frozen before wrapping it in the cookie dough to prevent it from melting out during baking.
If fresh strawberries are not available, freeze-dried strawberries can be used for the filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, Cream Cheese Filled Cookies, Strawberry Dessert, Spring Cookies