Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Soft (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy cookies with sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries, perfect for a quick homemade treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
08 - A pinch of salt
09 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped or mashed

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar together until they are light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and beat until thoroughly combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and pinch of salt.
05 - Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Gently fold the chopped or mashed fresh strawberries into the dough, ensuring even distribution without overworking the batter.
07 - Scoop dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop and place onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each portion to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn golden and the centers are just set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Ensure butter and cream cheese are fully softened to achieve a smoother dough and proper creaming.