Description
Delightful cookies combining the creamy decadence of cheesecake and the soft texture of cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Notes
For best flavor, use ripe strawberries and quality butter and cream cheese. You can make the dough a day in advance and chill before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg