Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe! These irresistible cookies combine the creamy essence of traditional cheesecake with the soft, chewy goodness of freshly baked cookies. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet strawberries and tangy cream cheese, making them perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a picnic, birthday party, or a cozy evening at home. Simple to prepare with readily available ingredients, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
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 for the filling
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; freeze for 10-15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients and fold in crushed strawberries.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape dough around chilled cheesecake filling; place on lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg