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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat combining creamy cheesecake centers with fresh strawberry jam swirls and a soft, buttery cookie dough. These cookies offer a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, ideal for dessert or an indulgent snack.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Centers

  • 6 oz (170g) cream cheese, cold
  • 3 tbsp (38g) granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Strawberry Jam

  • 12 oz (340g) fresh strawberries, diced
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

Cookie Dough

  • 2¾ cups (344g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, very softened
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cheesecake Centers: Mix cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until fluffy. Scoop the mixture into 18 small discs, flattening each, then freeze until solid to set aside for cookie centers.
  2. Make Strawberry Jam: Cook diced strawberries and granulated sugar over medium heat, smashing them halfway through cooking, until the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency (about ⅓ cup). Remove from heat and chill completely to use later.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, beating again until pale and fluffy to create a smooth dough base.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gently mix the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined, careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
  6. Incorporate Strawberry Jam Swirls: Create layers by pressing a quarter of the dough flat, topping it with a quarter of the chilled jam, and repeating the layers two more times. Fold gently to create swirls and ribbons of jam throughout the dough, avoiding overmixing to keep distinct patterns.
  7. Form Cookies with Cheesecake Centers: Divide the dough into 18 portions. Flatten each portion and place a frozen cheesecake disc in the center. Wrap the dough completely around the cheesecake center, sealing it inside.
  8. Shape and Roll Cookies: Shape each filled dough portion into a thick disc, then roll each disc in granulated sugar. Place the sugared discs on parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced evenly apart.
  9. Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 11–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and let them cool on the pan for 10 minutes to set.
  10. Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely. This step ensures the cheesecake centers are fully set and the cookies achieve the perfect texture. Enjoy your strawberry cheesecake cookies!

Notes

  • Keep the cream cheese cold to prevent it from melting while mixing and to help the centers hold their shape during baking.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding the jam to maintain visible swirls and ribbons.
  • Chill the strawberry jam completely before incorporating into the dough to prevent it from melting into the dough too much.
  • Rolling cookies in sugar adds a pleasant crunch and sweet coating on the outside.
  • Letting cookies cool completely is crucial for cheesecake centers to set properly and to avoid breakage when handling.

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