Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Cookies
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed (or strawberry powder)
→ For the Cheesecake Filling
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
# Let's Cook!:
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Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Freeze for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy (2 minutes). Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients, then fold in crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
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Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes until firm enough to handle.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Take 1½ tablespoons dough, flatten, add ½ teaspoon chilled filling, wrap dough around filling, and roll into a ball.
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Bake 12-15 minutes until edges are set and slightly golden. Cool on baking sheet briefly, then transfer to wire rack.
# Cook's Notes:
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Can drizzle with melted white chocolate for extra flavor
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Add mini chocolate chips to dough if desired
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Don't overbake to keep cookies soft and chewy