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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Delicious and visually stunning cookies filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries that evoke warm family memories.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 15 g sugar For the filling
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Compote
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced Can use frozen if thawed and drained
  • 15 g sugar For the compote
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened
  • 90 g sugar For the dough
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For the dough
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder

Method
 

Prepare Cream Cheese Filling
  1. Beat together the cream cheese, 15 grams of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Scrape down the sides for a uniform texture.
  2. Scoop the mixture into small portions, about a tablespoon each, and place them on a tray. Freeze until firm, about 1–2 hours.
Make Strawberry Compote
  1. In a small pot over medium heat, add the diced strawberries, 15 grams of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Cook until thickened and jammy, then let cool.
Prepare Cookie Dough
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and 90 grams of sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg yolk and remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder to form a soft dough.
  5. Fold in the cooled strawberry compote.
Assemble Cookies
  1. Scoop a portion of cookie dough, flatten it by hand, and place a frozen cheesecake filling in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling and seal it well.
  2. Place on a tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 11–12 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden.
  3. Let cool slightly before enjoying.

Notes

For added flair, serve with whipped cream or powdered sugar. Can freeze the dough before baking; simply shape and freeze, then bake straight from the freezer.