Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine ¾ cup of softened cream cheese with ¼ cup of powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scoop the filling into small mounds (about 1 tablespoon each) onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, ¾ cup of white sugar, and ¼ cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
- Fold in ½ to ⅔ cup of diced fresh strawberries into the cookie dough, being careful not to overmix. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the chilled dough, flatten it in your palm, and place a frozen cheesecake filling mound in the center. Encase the filling by folding the dough over it, rolling it into a ball.
- Place the stuffed cookies on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Nutrition
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months.
