The Ultimate Sweet Treat You Didn’t Know You Needed
Have you ever dreamed of strawberry cheesecake but wished it could magically transform into a cookie? Well, dream no more! These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are creamy, fruity, and utterly delicious—perfect for a cozy evening or whenever you’re craving something sweet. The best part? They come together in a flash, making them yet another reason to celebrate the joy of baking!
Why Make This Recipe
Why should you whip up a batch of these cookies? For starters, they’re super easy to make—no complicated techniques or unusual ingredients required. Plus, you get that delightful combination of a gooey cheesecake center and a buttery cookie exterior. It’s basically a hug in cookie form! And let’s not forget how great they are for family gatherings; everyone will be begging for the recipe (and you can nod and smile, making it seem like a big secret).
Ingredients
You don’t need fancy stuff — just these basics!
- 85 g cream cheese
- 15 g sugar (for cheesecake filling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake filling)
- 50 g fresh strawberries, diced
- 15 g sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 115 g butter, softened
- 90 g sugar (for cookie dough)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cookie dough)
- 130 g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Strawberry compote
Directions
Follow these easy-peasy steps to make your delicious cookies:
Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat together cream cheese, 15 g sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop into small portions and freeze until firm (1–2 hours).
Cook Strawberries: In a pot, add diced strawberries, 15 g sugar, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until it thickens like jam. Let it cool.
Mix Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). In a bowl, mix 115 g butter and 90 g sugar until fluffy. Add 1 egg yolk and 1 tsp vanilla. Stir in 130 g flour and 1/4 tsp baking powder.
Combine: Carefully fold in the cooled strawberry compote.
Assemble: Scoop some cookie dough, flatten it, place a frozen cheesecake filling in the center, wrap the dough around, seal it tight, and place on a tray.
Bake: Bake for 11–12 minutes until edges are set. Let cool slightly before serving.
How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies (Overview)
Making these cookies is a sweet dance of flavors! Start by prepping the cheesecake filling and tossing it in the freezer; you want that bliss to be nice and cold. While that’s chilling, whip up your strawberry mix and then the cookie dough. Pro tip: Don’t skip chilling the cheesecake filling; it keeps everything from becoming a gooey mess! Finally, wrap, bake, and brace yourself for the aroma that fills the kitchen. You might want to alert the neighbors.
How to Serve Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
These cookies are a delightful treat on their own, but why not elevate the experience? Try serving them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for a decadent dessert. A drizzle of chocolate syrup wouldn’t hurt either! Just imagine the colors and scents mingling together, making your treat extra special—perfect for a picture-perfect moment. 🍰
How to Store Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Want to save some cookies for later? These beauties can hang in the fridge for about 5 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months! Just pop them in an airtight container. To enjoy them warm again, reheat in the oven for a few minutes—a little cookie spa treatment never hurt anyone!
Tips to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Chill the Cheesecake Filling: This step is crucial for keeping the filling from melting away in the oven.
Experiment with Fruit: Is strawberry out of season? Swap with raspberries or blueberries for a twist!
Make Them Mini: Smaller cookies mean more to share (or hide in your stash) 😉
Add Zest: A bit of lemon or orange zest in the cookie dough adds a fun tang!
Variation
Feeling adventurous? You can easily make these cookies vegan by substituting the cream cheese with a vegan alternative and the egg yolk with a flaxseed or chia seed mixture. The flavor remains deliciously intact without any compromise!
FAQs
Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough a few days in advance and keep it in the fridge.
Can I freeze the cheesecake filling?
Yes, you can freeze the cheesecake filling! Just make sure to thaw it before use.
Can I replace the strawberries?
For sure! Try using any berry you love. The possibilities are endless!
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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Beat together cream cheese, 15 g sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop into small portions and freeze until firm (1–2 hours).
- In a pot, add diced strawberries, 15 g sugar, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until it thickens like jam. Let it cool.
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). In a bowl, mix 115 g butter and 90 g sugar until fluffy.
- Add 1 egg yolk and 1 tsp vanilla. Stir in 130 g flour and 1/4 tsp baking powder.
- Carefully fold in the cooled strawberry compote.
- Scoop some cookie dough, flatten it, place a frozen cheesecake filling in the center, wrap the dough around, seal it tight, and place on a tray.
- Bake for 11–12 minutes until edges are set. Let cool slightly before serving.