Cream Cheese Strawberry Cookies
These cookies blend the rich taste of cream cheese with fresh strawberries for a soft, fluffy treat that is perfect for snacks or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 each egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Use fresh strawberries for best flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. For a fun twist, try adding a drizzle of chocolate on top or pairing them with whipped cream. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.