Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberries, all in a soft and chewy cookie form. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy snacks year-round, these cookies feature a stunning pink hue that will be the star of any dessert table. Easy to make, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all levels, allowing you to indulge in a taste of joy right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and cream cheese until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added texture, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top before baking or swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.