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Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies for Delightful Sweet Cravings

Delight in these Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies that blend a chewy cookie with a creamy cheesecake filling and bursts of strawberry goodness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Use sea salt for a nuanced taste.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Room temperature butter is best.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 1 large egg Use flaxseed meal or applesauce for an egg-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for superior taste.
  • 1 teaspoon pink food coloring (optional) Use natural food coloring if desired.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) Use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Try homemade powdered sugar for a cleaner option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use similar kind as in the cookie dough.
  • 1/4 cup strawberry jam Substitute with raspberry or apricot jam if desired.
For the Glaze and Garnish
  • 1 cup pink glaze (made with powdered sugar and milk) Adjust thickness with more or less milk.
  • 2 tablespoons sparkling sugar Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. If using, fold in pink food coloring gently.
  5. In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough, flatten slightly, add cheesecake filling and strawberry jam, and fold dough around.
  7. Bake on the prepared sheet for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the cookies remain soft in the center.
  8. Cool slightly, prepare the glaze, drizzle over cookies, and garnish with sparkling sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for best results. Chill dough if too soft to handle.

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