Description
Strawberry cheesecake cookies are a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts, offering a soft and chewy texture with bursts of fresh strawberry flavor. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. With their creamy cheesecake essence and vibrant color, they not only taste amazing but also make a stunning addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (optional for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly mixed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden; let cool for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: To keep cookies soft, avoid overbaking; they should be just set in the center. Variations: Swap strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for a fruity twist or add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.