Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake flavor with the sweet and tangy burst of strawberry jam. Soft and chewy with a luscious swirl of jam on top, these cookies are an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 27-30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the rich base of the cookie dough.
- Add egg and vanilla: Incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamy mixture, mixing until fully combined to build structure and flavor in the dough.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated to avoid overworking the dough and ensure tender cookies.
- Form cookie dough balls: Scoop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow room for spreading.
- Add strawberry jam swirls: Spoon a small amount of strawberry jam onto each dough ball, then gently swirl it into the surface with a toothpick or knife to create a pretty marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the edges are set and the centers remain slightly soft for a chewy texture.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth dough.
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to prevent tough cookies.
- If desired, substitute strawberry jam with other fruit jams for variety.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing the dough balls before baking can help maintain shape and intensify flavor.
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