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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Quick and easy Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies that combine the best of both worlds - cookies and cheesecake with a burst of strawberry flavor. Like a warm reminder of family, love, and pure joy.
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Cook Time 12 minutes
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup strawberry preserves seedless if preferred, plus more for topping

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
    1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
    1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
    1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
    1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  6. In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the strawberry preserves.
    4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
  7. Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make a small well in the center of each cookie.
  9. Spoon a small amount of the cheesecake filling into each well.
    4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Spoon a small amount of strawberry preserves onto each cookie after it is cooled.
    1/4 cup strawberry preserves

Notes

Enjoy these Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. They're the perfect treat to brighten any day.