Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

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.

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