Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
For the Cheesecake Filling:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup strawberry jam or puree
Directions:
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
Make the filling:
In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and strawberry jam or puree until smooth. Cover and refrigerate the filling while you prepare the cookie dough.
Prepare the Cookies:
Cream the butter and sugars:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
Mix the dry ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Combine wet and dry ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries for a fruity flavor.
Chill the dough:
Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Assemble the Cookies:
Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Fill the cookies:
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a small dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of the cheesecake filling in the center. Top with another tablespoon of flattened dough and pinch the edges to seal the filling inside. Roll the filled dough into a ball.
Bake the cookies:
Place the filled cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve:
Enjoy these soft and delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies with a surprise creamy strawberry cheesecake center! 🍓🍪😋
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