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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies combine the fruity sweetness of strawberries with a creamy, luscious cream cheese center. These soft and chewy cookies offer the perfect balance of flavors and texture, making them an irresistible treat perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. Easy to prepare and quick to bake, they are ideal for last-minute cravings and all occasions.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • ¼ tsp Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • ¾ cup Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract

Additional Flavor

  • ¼ cup Fresh Strawberries, chopped (or freeze-dried strawberry pieces)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of sugar and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside for the cheesecake center.
  2. Mix the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and ¾ cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; fold gently to combine. Finally, fold in the chopped fresh strawberries or freeze-dried strawberry pieces.
  3. Assemble the Cookies: Take a spoonful of the cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a small portion of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then cover with additional dough, carefully sealing the edges to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Arrange the cookies on a lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to set. This preserves the soft and creamy texture.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading and keep the filling intact.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and a better cookie consistency.
  • Fold ingredients gently to avoid overmixing and resulting tough cookies.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries add intense flavor without extra moisture.
  • Seal cookie dough edges firmly around the cream cheese filling to prevent leaking.

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Keywords: Strawberry, Cheesecake, Cookies, Soft Cookies, Cream Cheese, Dessert, Fruity Cookies

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