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Freshly baked strawberry cheesecake cookies on a white plate

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Delightful cookies that blend the creamy essence of cheesecake with the fruity brightness of strawberries, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Jam
  • 1 cup finely diced fresh strawberries Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For sweetening the strawberries.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For sweetening the cream cheese mixture.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup homemade thick strawberry jam Prepared as per the recipe above.

Method
 

Prepare Strawberry Jam
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine diced strawberries and 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  2. Cook over medium heat for about 45 minutes, mashing halfway through, until thickened and reduced to about 1/3 cup.
Make Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Divide the mixture into 18 equal portions and flatten each into a disc.
  3. Freeze until completely solid.
Prepare Cookie Dough
  1. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract, continuing to beat until pale and voluminous.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough into four parts and layer jam between flattened sections.
  6. Cut the dough into quarters and gently fold each section to create pockets of jam.
Shape Cookies
  1. Scoop dough into 18 two-tablespoon portions and flatten each piece.
  2. Place a frozen cheesecake disc on top and wrap the dough around to encase the filling.
  3. Shape into slightly flattened discs.
Bake Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange cookies on baking sheets and bake for 11-12 minutes.
  3. Allow to cool on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

These cookies can be served with whipped cream or extra strawberry jam. Adding lemon zest enhances the flavor. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.