Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies (Print-Friendly Format)
Soft cookies with a creamy cheesecake center, studded with strawberries for a sweet, tender treat.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cheesecake Filling
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113 g cream cheese, softened
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15 g powdered sugar
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2.5 ml vanilla extract
→ Cookie Dough
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113 g unsalted butter, softened
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150 g granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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5 ml vanilla extract
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190 g all-purpose flour
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2 g baking powder
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1 g salt
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15 g freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
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45 g white chocolate chips (optional)
# How to Make It:
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In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Portion into teaspoon-sized balls and transfer to a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
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Gently fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips, if using, until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Preheat oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment. Scoop approximately 22 g of dough and flatten into a disc. Place a frozen cheesecake filling portion in the center and encase it with additional dough, sealing the edges. Repeat with remaining dough and filling, spacing cookies at least 5 cm apart.
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Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Centers should remain slightly soft. Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Additional Information:
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Freezing the cheesecake filling ensures easy assembly and prevents oozing during baking.
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Cookies are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; serve chilled or at room temperature.
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If freeze-dried strawberries are unavailable, substitute with a swirl of strawberry jam or chopped fresh strawberries thoroughly patted dry.