Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious strawberry cheesecake cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!
These easy strawberry cheesecake cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy!
Notes
- Notes for Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe:
- Strawberry Preparation: Ensure the strawberries are diced into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the cookie dough.
- Cream Cheese and Butter: Soften the cream cheese and butter at room temperature before using to ensure they mix smoothly and evenly with the other ingredients.
- Dough Consistency: The cookie dough should be soft and pliable but not overly sticky. If the dough is too sticky, you can refrigerate it for 15-30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Baking Time: Keep an eye on the cookies while they’re in the oven, as baking times may vary depending on your oven and the size of the cookies. The edges should be lightly golden when done.
- Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent them from breaking apart.
- Storage: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Variations: Feel free to customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top of the cookies before baking for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approximately 120 calories per serving
- Sugar: Approximately 8 grams per serving
- Sodium: Approximately 80 milligrams per serving
- Fat: Approximately 6 grams per serving
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4 grams per serving
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 2 grams per serving
- Trans Fat: 0 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 14 grams per serving
- Fiber: Approximately 0.5 grams per serving
- Protein: Approximately 1 gram per serving
- Cholesterol: Approximately 25 milligrams per serving
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