Description
These strawberry cheesecake cookies are everything you want in a treat—soft cookie edges, a rich cheesecake filling, and dollops of sweet homemade strawberry jam. Whether for a cozy night in or a standout party platter, these cookies bring the best of cheesecake and classic jam cookies together in one unforgettable bite.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Homemade Strawberry Jam:
1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Make the Jam: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until thick and jammy. Let cool completely.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill in the fridge to firm up.
Make Cookie Dough: Cream butter and sugar until light. Add egg and vanilla, then mix in flour, baking powder, and salt. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
Assemble Cookies: Scoop 2-tablespoon balls of dough. Flatten slightly and press an indent in the center. Add 1/2 teaspoon cheesecake filling and 1/2 teaspoon cooled jam into the center. Pinch edges to enclose slightly.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies on a lined baking sheet for 12–14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the pan before transferring.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert