Description
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Cookies are soft-baked, ultra-creamy, and packed with real strawberries. Made with cream cheese in the dough, they have a rich, tender texture and beautiful pops of pink. A fruity, sweet twist on classic cookies that’s perfect for spring, parties, or just because!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Unsalted butter (softened)
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Egg yolk
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Fresh or freeze-dried strawberries, finely chopped
- White chocolate chips (optional, but recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened cream cheese, butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries and white chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes, until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use freeze-dried strawberries for a stronger flavor and less moisture.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes to reduce spreading.
- Add lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
- Stuff with a cube of cream cheese for a gooey cheesecake center.
- Replace white chocolate chips with dark or semi-sweet for variety.
