Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for the cookie's structure, ensuring a perfect chewy texture
- 1/2 cup butter, softened adds richness and flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the cookies
- 1/2 cup brown sugar enhances moisture and adds a subtle caramel flavor
- 1 large egg binds the ingredients together
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses the cookies with warm, sweet undertones
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened provides a rich and creamy element
For the Strawberries
- 1 cup diced strawberries adds bursts of freshness and fruity sweetness
For the Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cookies rise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances the flavors
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, then mix well until combined and smooth.
- Combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just incorporated.
- Fold in the softened cream cheese and diced strawberries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each mound.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Optional: Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a charming touch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 4mg
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