Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and soft cookies with this Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe. These irresistible treats boast a chewy texture and a burst of real strawberry flavor, enhanced by a hint of tangy cream cheese filling. Ideal for any occasion, from parties to cozy nights at home, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can bake a batch of these gourmet cookies that taste as good as they look. Enjoy them warm or chilled, and don’t be surprised when they disappear quickly!
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
- 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. Freeze for 10-15 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add egg and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture; fold in crushed strawberries.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape dough around cheesecake filling into balls; place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set; allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg