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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Soft and chewy cookies stuffed with vanilla cheesecake filling and fresh strawberry compote, rolled in graham cracker crumbs for a bakery-style treat that captures the essence of dessert in a handheld form.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract for filling
For the Strawberry Compote
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries diced
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar for compote
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
For the Cookies
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs divided
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar for dough
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract for dough

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Scoop small teaspoons of the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine diced strawberries, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened into a compote (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Make the Cookie Dough
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs.
  3. In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together softened butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until dough forms. Gently fold in the cooled strawberry compote, creating swirls of strawberry flavor without overmixing.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten in your palm, place a frozen cheesecake puck in the center, and wrap dough around it, sealing completely. Roll each ball in remaining graham cracker crumbs.
  2. Place stuffed cookie balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Cool the Cookies
  1. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows the cream cheese center to set properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days to keep the cream cheese filling fresh. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped cookies for up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm, bakery-style treat. Use fresh strawberries for best flavor, or substitute with high-quality strawberry jam.
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