Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies – Sweet & Creamy Bites
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies – Sweet & Creamy Bites. These irresistible treats feature a soft, chewy cookie base bursting with fresh strawberry essence, complemented by a luscious cheesecake filling. Perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to festive celebrations, these cookies are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight with their charming pink hue. This easy-to-make recipe combines the best of both worlds—cookies and cheesecake—into one scrumptious bite that will surely impress your friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring (optional)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- Pink glaze (made with powdered sugar and milk)
- Sparkling sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Gradually combine dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in strawberry jam.
- Scoop cookie dough onto a lined baking sheet, flatten slightly, add cheesecake filling in the center, cover with more dough, and seal edges.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before drizzling with pink glaze and sprinkling with sparkling sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg