Description
Delightfully soft and fruity, these Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies combine creamy cream cheese with fresh strawberries for a luscious treat. Perfectly baked to golden edges and topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, these cookies are a delicious blend of classic cheesecake flavor and sweet berry freshness.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Remaining cream cheese (approx. 2 oz, softened, based on recipe suggestion)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cookie dough.
- Add Egg and Cream Cheese: Incorporate the egg and softened cream cheese into the creamed mixture, beating well until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients and Fold in Strawberries: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and baking powder while mixing on low speed to avoid overworking the dough. Once combined, gently fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries to distribute evenly without crushing them.
- Shape and Bake Cookies: Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them sufficiently apart to allow for baking expansion. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and Prepare Frosting: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to set their texture. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by mixing the powdered sugar with the remaining softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Frost Cookies: Once cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each cookie for a luscious finishing touch.
Notes
- Make sure the butter, cream cheese, and egg are at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
- Use fresh strawberries to avoid excess moisture that could make the dough too wet.
- For best results, chill the dough briefly if it feels too soft before baking.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- You may substitute cream cheese frosting with a dusting of powdered sugar for a lighter option.
