I have to tell you about the first time I made these strawberry cheesecake cookies and how messy my kitchen got because I was trying to do everything at once and the dough stuck to my fingers and the counter, and I laughed and thought, well this is going to be a fun disaster but when I finally baked.
When I tasted the first bite I was so surprised because they were soft and sweet and creamy and fruity all at the same time and I knew I had to make them again for my family because they loved them just as much as I did and since then I’ve made these strawberry cheesecake cookies and Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies at least three times in one week sometimes even twice in a day because they disappear so fast and honestly every batch is slightly different sometimes the cookies spread a little more sometimes the strawberries clump together but that’s part of the charm and it makes baking fun.
Another time I was making the strawberry cheesecake cookies with my granddaughter and she wanted to help and of course she dumped too much sugar into the bowl and we both froze for a second and I thought oh no but then we just laughed and adjusted the dough and the cookies still came out soft and delicious and it reminded me that baking is not about being perfect and it’s about moments like this where the kitchen smells amazing and your hands are sticky and everyone is smiling and she told me that these are the best cookies she’s ever had and I felt proud and happy.
I remember one rainy afternoon when I was craving a sweet treat and I thought why not try these strawberry cheesecake cookies even though I didn’t have fresh strawberries and had to use freeze-dried ones and I wasn’t sure if it would work but I tried anyway and when I took them out of the oven the smell filled the house and my husband took a bite and said wow these are incredible and we both just sat there munching them and laughing because we couldn’t believe something so easy could taste so good and I realized that sometimes improvising makes baking even more fun and satisfying.
You can eat these cookies with a glass of cold milk or warm tea or hot chocolate or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream or alongside fresh strawberries or with a small dollop of whipped cream or try them with a fruit smoothie that you blend together and they all taste delicious because the creamy cheesecake flavor and sweet strawberries go perfectly with so many drinks and snacks .
ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries crushed
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
ingredients notes
For this recipe it is important to use unsalted butter so that the cookies do not become too salty and also make sure the cream cheese is soft otherwise it will be hard to mix with the dough then using freeze-dried strawberries gives a strong strawberry flavor while keeping the cookies from getting soggy also the white chocolate chips melt slightly in the oven and make a sweet creamy bite finally make sure eggs are at room temperature because they mix better with the sugar and butter.
How to make Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies ?
step 1: preheat oven
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit so that the cookies bake evenly and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper or a nonstick silicone mat.
step 2: cream butter and sugars
In a large mixing bowl beat together unsalted butter and both granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy and light this takes about three to five minutes using an electric mixer or a strong wooden spoon.
step 3: add eggs and vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time into the butter mixture while beating slightly then pour in the vanilla extract and mix until everything is smooth and creamy.
step 4: combine dry ingredients
In another bowl whisk together all purpose flour with baking soda and salt then slowly add the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula or spoon folding gently until just combined.
step 5: add cream cheese and strawberries
Cut the cream cheese into small pieces and mix it into the dough along with crushed freeze-dried strawberries until evenly distributed this gives the cookies a soft texture and fruity flavor.
step 6: fold in white chocolate
Finally fold in white chocolate chips making sure they are spread throughout the dough so every cookie has a little sweetness and creamy bite.
step 7: scoop dough
Use a cookie scoop or spoon to place rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets leaving space between them because the cookies will spread slightly while baking.
step 8: bake cookies
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for twelve to fifteen minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft removing them from the oven carefully.
step 9: cool cookies
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely so they keep their shape and texture.
step 10: serve and enjoy
Serve the cookies slightly warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk or your favorite drink for the perfect treat and enjoy the creamy strawberry flavor in every bite.
kitchen equipment needed
- Mixing bowls large and medium
- Electric mixer or wooden spoon
- Spatula or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Wire cooling rack
- Oven
storage options
You can store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or place them in the fridge to last about a week for longer freshness or even freeze the baked cookies for up to three months just make sure to wrap them well so they do not absorb other flavors in the freezer.
variations
You can make a chocolate version by replacing the white chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips or mini chunks then add a few tablespoons of cocoa powder into the dough for a deeper chocolate taste another option is to use fresh strawberries chopped very small instead of freeze-dried strawberries but slightly reduce other wet ingredients so the dough does not become too soft you can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm flavor twist or mix in some chopped nuts like almonds or pecans for added crunch finally you can drizzle melted chocolate over the cookies once cooled for a pretty dessert or sandwich two cookies together with a thin layer of cream cheese frosting for a strawberry cheesecake sandwich that everyone will love.
faq
what is this Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies recipe made of?
This recipe is made of butter sugars eggs vanilla flour baking soda salt cream cheese freeze dried strawberries and white chocolate chips giving it a sweet creamy and fruity flavor.
what does it taste like?
These cookies taste soft sweet and creamy because of the cream cheese and white chocolate chips with a tangy fruity strawberry flavor that is gentle and pleasant.
can i use fresh strawberries instead?
Yes you can use fresh strawberries but chop them very small and slightly reduce the wet ingredients to prevent the dough from getting too soft .
can i freeze these cookies?
Yes after baking and cooling completely you can freeze them in an airtight container for up to three months and thaw before serving.
are these cookies chewy or crunchy?
They are soft chewy in the middle with lightly golden edges giving a slight crunch and a tender bite.
can i replace white chocolate with dark chocolate?
Yes you can replace it with dark chocolate or milk chocolate for a richer flavor and slightly less sweet taste.
how long do these cookies last at room temperature?
They last about five days in an airtight container at room temperature or a week in the fridge.
can i make these cookies vegan?
You can make a vegan version by replacing butter with vegan margarine eggs with flax eggs and cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese substitute.
Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy24
servings20
minutes15
minutes220
kcal1
hour10
minutessoft sweet cookies with creamy cheesecake flavor and fruity strawberries
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cream cheese softened
1 cup freeze-dried strawberries crushed
1 cup white chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit so that the cookies bake evenly and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper or a nonstick silicone mat
- In a large mixing bowl beat together unsalted butter and both granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy and light this takes about three to five minutes using an electric mixer or a strong wooden spoon
- Add the eggs one at a time into the butter mixture while beating slightly then pour in the vanilla extract and mix until everything is smooth and creamy
- In another bowl whisk together all-purpose flour with baking soda and salt then slowly add the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula or spoon folding gently until just combined
- Cut the cream cheese into small pieces and mix it into the dough along with crushed freeze-dried strawberries until evenly distributed this gives the cookies a soft texture and fruity flavor
- Finally fold in white chocolate chips making sure they are spread throughout the dough so every cookie has a little sweetness and creamy bite
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to place rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets leaving space between them because the cookies will spread slightly while baking
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for twelve to fifteen minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft removing them from the oven carefully
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely so they keep their shape and texture
- Serve the cookies slightly warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk or your favorite drink for the perfect treat and enjoy the creamy strawberry flavor in every bite
