Description
There’s something magical about the first bite of a perfectly soft cookie — especially when that cookie wraps in the creamy tang of cheesecake and the bright, juicy burst of strawberries.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
Optional (for Cheesecake Filling):
- 4 oz cream cheese, chilled
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth. Add both sugars and beat until light and fluffy.
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold the diced strawberries into the dough using a rubber spatula. If strawberries are very juicy, pat them dry slightly with a paper towel before folding in.
Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent spreading and improves texture.
Mix 4 oz of chilled cream cheese with powdered sugar. Scoop small dollops and freeze them for 10–15 minutes. Wrap cookie dough around each cheesecake dollop for a gooey-filled version.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls and place 2 inches apart. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set and tops look slightly underdone (they will firm up while cooling).
Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Fresh vs. Frozen Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are best, but if using frozen, thaw and pat dry thoroughly.
- Chill the Dough: Don’t skip this step! Chilled dough means thicker, softer cookies.
- Room-Temp Ingredients: Let butter and cream cheese soften before mixing to avoid clumps.
- Cheesecake Surprise: For an indulgent twist, fill the cookies with sweetened cream cheese for a molten center.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake cookies