Yara's Oven Delighs: Whisking up Delights

If you’re a fan of both strawberries and cheesecake, these Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are a dream come true! With a soft, buttery cookie dough infused with fresh strawberries and a luscious cream cheese filling, these cookies offer the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just treating yourself, these cookies are sure to impress.

Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie):

Calories: 320

Total Fat: 18g

Carbohydrates: 38g

Sugars: 20g

Protein: 4g

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)Cook Time: 15-18 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour 45 minutesServings: 10-12 cookies

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

1 cup butter, softened

¾ cup white sugar

¼ cup brown sugar

1 egg

1 egg yolk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

2¾ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup fresh strawberries, diced small

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

¾ cup cream cheese (6 oz)

¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

Stir in the baking soda, salt, and flour until just incorporated.

Gently fold in the diced strawberries, being careful not to overmix.

In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.

Line a small baking sheet or plate with parchment paper and place 12 heaping teaspoons of cream cheese mixture onto it. Freeze for at least one hour or until almost completely solid.

Scoop 10-12 heaping tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Press a small dent into half of the dough balls.

Place a frozen cream cheese ball onto the dented dough and cover with another dough ball, pinching the edges to seal. Repeat for the remaining cookies.

Refrigerate the prepared dough while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake one tray at a time for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Let the cookies rest on the tray for 10-20 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, bringing together the best flavors of fresh strawberries and creamy cheesecake in a soft, chewy cookie. Perfect for any occasion, they’re a must-try for cookie lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Enjoy baking and indulging in these sweet treats!