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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies: The Ultimate Bakery-Style Dessert

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are thick, soft bakery-style cookies packed with strawberry flavor and filled with a rich cream cheese cheesecake center. Perfect for holidays, parties, special occasions, and dessert lovers who enjoy stuffed cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin mix
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Scoop small portions of filling onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze until firm.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  7. Add eggs one at a time and mix thoroughly.
  8. Mix in vanilla extract.
  9. Add crushed freeze-dried strawberries and strawberry gelatin mix.
  10. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until combined.
  11. Scoop portions of cookie dough and flatten slightly.
  12. Place frozen cheesecake filling in the center of each dough portion.
  13. Wrap dough completely around filling and seal edges.
  14. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets.
  15. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  16. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Freeze cheesecake filling before assembling cookies.
  • Use freeze-dried strawberries instead of fresh strawberries.
  • Full-fat cream cheese provides the best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overbake to keep cookies soft.
  • Chill dough if it becomes difficult to handle.
  • Seal cookie dough completely around filling.
  • Store cookies in the refrigerator.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
  • White chocolate chips make a delicious addition.
  • Perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, and special events.

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