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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cookies

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Delight!

These Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cookies effortlessly blend creaminess and crunch, making them a quick and delightful treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and crispiness.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Enhances moisture and chewiness.
  • 2 large eggs Must be at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure is preferable.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Provides leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Opt for low-fat or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 1 cup strawberries Fresh or jam; frozen can be used if thawed.
For the Crunch Topping
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers Consider adding white chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until well-combined.
  4. Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in softened cream cheese until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Gently fold in diced strawberries or jam.
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, space 2 inches apart, and sprinkle with graham crackers.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool for 5 minutes on the sheet.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and avoid overmixing the dough after adding flour for the best texture.

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