If you’re looking to impress your family or guests with a sweet and delightful treat, Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies might just be the answer! These cookies are an enchanting blend of rich cream cheese and fresh strawberries, all nestled within a soft, fluffy cookie. They combine the classic flavours of strawberry shortcake cookies with the creamy goodness of cheesecake – what’s not to love?
What Makes These Cookies Special?
These strawberry cheesecake cookies are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying to eat. Perfect for any occasion, be it a picnic or a family gathering, they are sure to be devoured in minutes! Plus, the subtle sweetness of fresh strawberries brings a vibrant pop of colour and flavour that is hard to resist. Each cookie is a delicious tribute to the joys of summer with a hint of luxury that comes from the cream cheese filling.
Ingredients
- 3/4 c. unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 c. light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 c. white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 t. pure vanilla extract
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 t. baking soda
- 1/2 t. baking powder
- 1/2 c. diced strawberries
- 6 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 c. powdered sugar
- 1/2 c. strawberry jam, warmed
Directions
- Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® mat. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla; continue whisking until smooth.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until the mixture is combined. Then gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Divide the mixture into 12 cookies and shape them into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, pressing an indent in the centre of each cookie.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Fill the indents of the chilled cookies with the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until golden. Let cool for 10 minutes before drizzling with warm strawberry jam.
Enjoy these cookies warm for a delightful treat or store them in an airtight container for later! Have you tried making these delicious cookies? Share your experience in the comments below!
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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 c. unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 c. light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 c. white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 t. pure vanilla extract
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 t. baking soda
- 1/2 t. baking powder
- 1/2 c. diced strawberries
- 6 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 c. powdered sugar
- 1/2 c. strawberry jam, warmed
Instructions
- Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® mat. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla; continue whisking until smooth.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until the mixture is combined. Then gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Divide the mixture into 12 cookies and shape them into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, pressing an indent in the centre of each cookie.
- Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).