Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed)
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop teaspoon-sized portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- For the cookie dough, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and fold in crushed strawberries and optional chocolate chips.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Assemble cookies by flattening dough discs, placing frozen cheesecake filling in the center, and covering with more dough. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: To elevate your experience with these cookies, use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture. Freezing the cheesecake filling is crucial to ensure it holds its shape during baking. Feel free to swap strawberries with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for a unique twist.