Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe. These soft, chewy cookies are a heavenly blend of real strawberry essence and creamy cheesecake filling, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. With each bite, you’ll experience the sweetness of strawberries paired with the tangy notes of cream cheese, creating an irresistible dessert that will impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are not just a dessert—they’re a celebration of flavor!
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 (or strawberry powder)
- 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 until smooth. Chill for 10-15 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Beat butter and sugar in a separate bowl until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients; fold in crushed strawberries.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Flatten dough balls, add cheesecake filling, seal, and roll into balls.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg