Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
These delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies blend the rich flavors of cheesecake with fresh strawberries, creating a sweet treat that's perfect for any occasion. Soft, buttery cookies with a luscious cheesecake filling make these cookies irresistible.
Ingrédients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened for best texture.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1/2 cup cornstarch Can be replaced with arrowroot powder.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries Best with fresh strawberries in season.
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened A vegan alternative can be used.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Whisk the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture and mix on a low setting until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries.
- Roll the dough into balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Filling
- In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, create a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill with the cheesecake mixture.
Serving
- Serve the cookies fresh or store them for later enjoyment.
Notes
These cookies can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to three months. To serve, simply thaw and enjoy! For best results, chill the dough before baking.