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The Ultimate Guide to Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

Indulge in these decadent strawberry cheesecake stuffed cookies, combining the rich, creamy goodness of cheesecake filling with the sweetness of fresh cookies. The subtle crunch of freeze-dried strawberries and the velvety texture of the cream cheese filling make these cookies an irresistible treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • Unsalted butter, softened
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Egg
  • Vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Freeze-dried strawberries, crushed

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • Cream cheese, softened
  • Granulated sugar
  • Vanilla extract
  • Strawberry jam or puree

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

    • Beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and strawberry jam until smooth and creamy.
    • Refrigerate the filling while preparing the cookie dough to allow it to firm up.
  • Make the Cookie Dough:

    • Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, then fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
    • Chill the dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  • Assemble the Cookies:

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Flatten a tablespoon of cookie dough, add a small scoop of cheesecake filling in the center, and top with another piece of flattened dough.
    • Seal the edges and roll the dough into a smooth ball.
  • Bake to Perfection:

    • Place the assembled cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
    • Let the cookies cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

  • If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it for a little longer.
  • These cookies are delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a warm cup of tea.
  • Feel free to substitute strawberry jam with fresh strawberry puree for a more intense fruit flavor.