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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies That Make Every Bite Delightful

Delight in Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies that combine smooth cheesecake and vibrant strawberries for a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Add mascarpone for milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Regular granulated sugar is essential.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is recommended.
For the Strawberry Jam
  • 2 cups Strawberries Fresh or thawed frozen strawberries.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust according to sweetness.
For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Ensure softened for easy creaming.
  • 1 large Egg Use at room temperature.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Fresh leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Fresh leavening agent.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt A pinch to enhance flavor.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar Optional for presentation.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • saucepan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cookie Scoop
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy and smooth. Scoop into small discs and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make Strawberry Jam: Combine strawberries and sugar in a saucepan. Mash half the strawberries as it heats. Cook until thick and let cool.
  3. Prepare Cookie Dough: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another, cream butter and sugar before adding egg and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients until combined.
  4. Assemble Cookies: Fold cooled strawberry jam into the dough, portion it out, encase cheesecake filling disc, and roll in sugar.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake cookies for 11-12 minutes until golden edges form. Reshape, if necessary, while warm.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the filling before encasing it in dough for best results. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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