These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies are soft, thick, and filled with a creamy cheesecake center and sweet strawberry flavor. They look bakery-style but are easy to make at home and perfect for desserts, parties, or special treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These cookies combine everything people love: soft cookies, creamy cheesecake, and sweet strawberry flavor. They’re rich without being too heavy and look impressive with minimal effort.
Ingredients
For the cheesecake filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup strawberry jam or strawberry preserves
For the cookie dough
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Prepare the cheesecake filling
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in strawberry jam. Scoop small teaspoons onto parchment paper and freeze for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the cookie dough
In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda, and salt, and mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 3: Assemble the cookies
Scoop cookie dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen cheesecake filling in the center, and cover with more dough. Seal edges completely.
Step 4: Bake
Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 11–13 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
Step 5: Cool
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Variations
- Use raspberry or blueberry jam
- Add white chocolate chips
- Roll cookie dough in sugar before baking
- Use strawberry cream cheese
- Add lemon zest for brightness
Cooking Notes
- Freezing the filling prevents leaking
- Do not overfill the cookies
- Slightly underbake for softer centers
- Chill dough if it feels too soft
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with milk
- Pair with coffee or tea
- Add to dessert trays
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar
- Perfect for holidays and bake sales
Tips
- Seal dough edges well
- Use thick jam, not syrupy
- Store in airtight container
- Reheat briefly for gooey center
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Baking Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
Nutritional Information (Approx.)
- Calories: 260 per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 13g
FAQs
Can I make these ahead?
Yes, refrigerate dough balls up to 24 hours.
Can I freeze them?
Yes, freeze baked cookies up to 2 months.
Why did my filling leak?
Filling wasn’t frozen long enough or dough wasn’t sealed fully.
Conclusion
Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies are soft, creamy, and full of flavor. They’re a guaranteed hit for anyone who loves strawberry desserts and cheesecake treats.