Description
Soft, buttery cookies bursting with fresh strawberries and stuffed with a rich cream cheese center — these indulgent strawberry cheesecake cookies are the perfect blend of fruity, creamy, and chewy in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
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1 cup butter (regular or vegan), softened
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¾ cup white sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 egg yolk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2¾ cups all-purpose flour (*see notes)
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½–⅔ cup fresh strawberries, diced small (*see notes)
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
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¾ cup cream cheese (regular or vegan) (6 oz) (*see notes)
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¼ cup powdered sugar (*see notes if using regular cream cheese)
Instructions
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Make the filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Scoop into 12 small mounds (about 1 tsp each) and freeze until firm (at least 30 minutes).
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Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
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Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
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Fold in strawberries: Gently fold in diced strawberries. Chill dough for 30–60 minutes for easier handling.
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Assemble cookies: Scoop a large tablespoon of dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen cream cheese filling in the center, and cover with more dough. Seal edges and roll into a ball. Repeat.
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Bake: Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool & serve: Let cookies cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve slightly warm or fully cooled.
Notes
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If using regular (non-vegan) cream cheese, reduce powdered sugar slightly to 2–3 tablespoons for a firmer filling.
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Use firm, fresh strawberries — overly juicy berries may water down the dough. Pat diced berries with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- For thicker cookies, chill dough balls before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American