Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberries in a soft cookie. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, a picnic, or just a cozy night at home.
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Why Make This Recipe
These cookies are not only delicious, but they are also easy to make. The combination of cream cheese and strawberries gives them a unique flavor and a chewy texture that is hard to resist. Plus, they look beautiful with the vibrant pink color from the strawberries. Making these cookies will surely impress your friends and family!
How to Make Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Making these cookies is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into powder
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and the white chocolate chips, if you choose to use them.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place these on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball.
- Gently flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set.
- After baking, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies!
How to Serve Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
These cookies are delightful on their own, but you can enhance the experience by serving them with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also drizzle some melted white chocolate over the top for an added touch.
How to Store Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container. They will stay good for about a week at room temperature. For longer storage, you can keep them in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze them for up to three months.
Tips to Make Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for an easy blending process.
- Pay attention while mixing the dough. Overmixing can result in tough cookies.
- Adjust the sweetness based on your preference by altering the amount of sugar.
Variation
If you want to mix things up, try adding chopped fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried strawberries. Just be aware that fresh strawberries may change the texture slightly. You can also substitute the white chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate if you prefer.
FAQs
Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried?
Yes, you can use fresh strawberries, but it may change the texture of the cookies slightly.How can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that you trust.Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dough and store it in the refrigerator for a few days or freeze it for longer storage. Just let it come to room temperature before baking.
Enjoy baking and tasting these soft and creamy strawberry cheesecake cookies! They will surely become a favorite in your home.
Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Make sure it’s at room temperature.
- 0.5 cups cream cheese, softened Make sure it’s at room temperature.
- 1 cups granulated sugar Adjust sweetness as desired.
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 0.5 cups freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into powder Can substitute with chopped fresh strawberries.
- 0.5 cups white chocolate chips Optional ingredient.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips, if using.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Baking
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place these on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball.
- Gently flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set.
- After baking, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, optionally with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
