Here’s a recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, combining the richness of cheesecake with the sweet, fruity taste of strawberries.
Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
For the cookies:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
For the cheesecake filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For topping (optional):
- Crushed graham crackers
- Extra freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions:
- Prepare the cheesecake filling:
- In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Scoop out small teaspoon-sized portions and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Freeze for 20-30 minutes until firm.
- Make the cookie dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Assemble the cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Take 1-2 tablespoons of cookie dough, flatten it, and place a frozen cheesecake filling ball in the center.
- Wrap the dough around the filling and roll into a ball.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Garnish:
- If desired, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or more freeze-dried strawberries on top.
These cookies combine a delicious strawberry flavor with creamy cheesecake in every bite!