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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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Strawberry cheesecake cookies are soft, chewy, and creamy with real strawberry flavor and tangy cream cheese in every bite. These cookies combine the best of cheesecake and cookies into one irresistible treat.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 18–20 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • Optional: white chocolate chips or strawberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix just until combined.
  7. Fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries and any optional add-ins like white chocolate chips or strawberry jam.
  8. Scoop 1½ tablespoon-sized dough balls and place them on the baking sheet, spaced a few inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Add white chocolate chips or chopped strawberries for extra flavor and texture.
  • Swirl in strawberry jam or add lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
  • Press a small chunk of cream cheese into the center for a gooey middle.
  • Store at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 2 months.

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