Description
Delightful cookies combining classic cheesecake flavors with fresh strawberries for a sweet and tangy treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
- 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 12 oz (340 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and finely diced
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 3/4 cups (344 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 1 egg, at room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar (for rolling dough)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 3 tbsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla together until smooth and creamy. Set it aside to chill.
- Make the Strawberry Jam: In a small pot, combine diced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and 2 tsp vanilla, mixing until well incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Assemble Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it in your hand, and place a teaspoon of cheesecake filling and a bit of strawberry jam in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling and roll it into a ball. Roll the ball in the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar.
- Bake: Place the balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden. Allow them to cool before serving.
Notes
For a delightful presentation, arrange cookies on a tiered dessert stand. They pair wonderfully with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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