Indulging in a delightful balance of sweet and tart, Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies encapsulate the creamy richness of cheesecake while incorporating the fresh, fruity flavor of strawberries. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a comforting dessert, these cookies will quickly become a go-to recipe for sweet lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Additional diced strawberries (for topping)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
In a large 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.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the diced strawberries into the cookie dough.
Using a cookie scoop, drop a tablespoon of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with about a teaspoon of the cream cheese filling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Top with additional diced strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
