Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are soft and chewy with a creamy cheesecake filling and real strawberry flavor. They combine the best parts of cookies and cheesecake into one delicious treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop teaspoon-sized dollops onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion dough and flatten each piece slightly. Place a frozen cream cheese dollop in the center and wrap dough around it, sealing completely.
- Place cookie dough balls on baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use freeze-dried strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the cheesecake filling is well-frozen to prevent leaks.
- Store cookies in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese filling.
- Microwave for 10–15 seconds to enjoy warm.
- Can be frozen for up to 2 months and reheated as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
