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Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

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Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies are soft, buttery cookies bursting with strawberry flavor and filled with a rich, creamy cheesecake center. These indulgent treats are perfect for any occasion, combining the best of cookies and cheesecake in one bite!

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup strawberry jam or puree

Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and strawberry jam until smooth.
  2. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the cookie dough.

Make the Cookie Dough:

  1. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
  6. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.

Assemble the Cookies:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place ½ teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center.
  3. Top with another tablespoon of flattened dough and seal the edges. Roll into a ball.
  4. Arrange cookies on the baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

 

  • Flavor Variations: Swap strawberry jam for raspberry, blueberry, or apricot preserves.
  • Extra Sweetness: Add white chocolate chips to the dough.
  • Chocolate Version: Mix in cocoa powder for a chocolate-strawberry twist.
  • Elegant Touch: Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.