Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies bring the rich, creamy flavor of cheesecake together with the sweet, juicy burst of fresh strawberries. Soft and chewy, they evoke nostalgic summer picnics and are sure to become a favorite at any gathering. Each cookie is a delightful treat that melts in your mouth, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, these cookies are a must-try for anyone who loves a sweet, fruity twist on classic desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (finely chopped)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in granulated sugar, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just blended.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries with a spatula without overmixing.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg