Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies – Sweet & Creamy Bites
Indulge in the delightful Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect fusion of fruity sweetness and creamy texture. These treats are a hit at any gathering, thanks to their soft, chewy cookie base filled with a luscious cheesecake filling and topped with a glossy pink glaze. Every bite bursts with strawberry flavor, making them a refreshing dessert option that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you’re hosting a party or just treating yourself at home, these cookies are an irresistible choice that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring (optional)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup strawberry jam
- Pink glaze (made with powdered sugar and a few drops of milk)
- Sparkling sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- If desired, add pink food coloring for a lovely hue.
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, additional vanilla extract, and strawberry jam until smooth.
- Scoop cookie dough onto a lined cookie sheet and make an indentation in each.
- Fill each indentation with cheesecake filling.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; allow cooling before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg