Cream Cheese Strawberry Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Buttery soft cookies with fresh strawberries and cream cheese—delightful for dessert or a special treat.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dough
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
→ Fruit
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1 to 1 1/2 cups diced fresh strawberries
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer on medium speed, until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, blending until smooth and fully combined.
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Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated; avoid over-mixing the dough.
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Gently fold diced strawberries into the dough, distributing them evenly without crushing.
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Spoon generous portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing each mound at least 2 inches apart.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 to 45 minutes, or until edges turn lightly golden and the centers are set.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Pat strawberries dry before folding into the dough to minimize excess moisture and prevent spreading.
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Chill dough for 15 minutes if it becomes too soft, ensuring neater shaping.
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Cut strawberries into small uniform pieces for even distribution and optimal dough texture.
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Store cooled cookies in an airtight container and consume within two days for best freshness.