Description
These strawberry cheesecake cookies are a delightful fusion of soft, chewy cookie and creamy cheesecake. Infused with fresh strawberries, each bite evokes memories of sunny days and joyful gatherings. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family with their vibrant flavors and stunning appearance.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the cream cheese until just combined.
- Stir in the chopped strawberries carefully.
- Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For chewy cookies, avoid overmixing after adding flour. Experiment with adding white chocolate chips or using dried strawberries for different flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze for up to a month.