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Delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies on a decorative plate

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

These delightful cookies combine the creamy tang of cheesecake with the sweet burst of fresh strawberries, all in a convenient cookie form. Perfect for a party or a sweet treat!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Small saucepan
  • Spoon
  • Wire rack
  • Toothpick

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Strawberry Swirl

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Garnish (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions
 

Prepare Cookie Dough

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Prepare Cheesecake Filling

  • In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Prepare Strawberry Swirl

  • In a small saucepan, combine diced strawberries and granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Mash lightly with a fork and set aside to cool.

Assemble and Bake

  • Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Create a small well in the center of each cookie dough ball. Fill each well with about half a teaspoon of cheesecake filling, and then top with a small amount of the cooled strawberry swirl. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the strawberry into the cheesecake filling.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Garnish (Optional)

  • Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Notes

For best results, make sure your cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for a smooth consistency. You can use frozen strawberries if fresh are not available; just thaw and drain any excess liquid before cooking. These cookies are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.