Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these **Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies** are a family favorite. After making them dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them soft and chewy. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Refreshing Lemon Tiramisu Recipe with Mascarpone Cream and Easy Tomato and Cottage Cheese Toast Recipe for Quick Meals.
Why This Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside
- Tangy cream cheese frosting complements the sweet strawberry cookies
- Easy to make and perfect for any occasion
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Strawberry jam
- White chocolate chips
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Strawberry extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Sprinkles
- Optional: Fresh strawberries
- Optional: Crushed graham crackers
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Strawberry jam: Use seedless jam for a smoother texture.
- White chocolate chips: You can substitute with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips.
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How to Make Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Prepare the cookie dough: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients and strawberry jam. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Form the cookies: Roll dough into balls, dip in white chocolate chips, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Prepare the frosting: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry extract until smooth.
- Frost and serve: Let cookies cool, then pipe or spread frosting on each cookie. Serve immediately or store in the fridge.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies. Mix just until combined.
- Pro tip: Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Pro tip: For a more intense strawberry flavor, add a teaspoon of strawberry extract to the frosting.
- Pro tip: Store cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Storing & Reheating Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days.
Freezing Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Be careful, as the frosting may melt.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cookie dough for a lemon-strawberry combination.
- Best substitution: Substitute the white chocolate chips with dried cranberries for a tangier flavor.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the cookies are spreading too much, chill the dough for an additional 30 minutes before baking.
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Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Strawberry jam
- White chocolate chips
Seasonings
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Strawberry extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Sprinkles
- Fresh strawberries
- Crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients and strawberry jam. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Form the cookies: Roll dough into balls, dip in white chocolate chips, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Prepare the frosting: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry extract until smooth.
- Frost and serve: Let cookies cool, then pipe or spread frosting on each cookie. Serve immediately or store in the fridge.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cookie dough for a lemon-strawberry combination.
- Best substitution: Substitute the white chocolate chips with dried cranberries for a tangier flavor.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the cookies are spreading too much, chill the dough for an additional 30 minutes before baking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Be careful, as the frosting may melt.
- Make ahead: The dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 3.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting FAQs
Yes, the dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
Overmixing the dough or not chilling it before baking can cause cookies to turn out hard. Be sure to mix just until combined and chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
While you can try, the air fryer may not cook the cookies evenly. It's best to stick with the oven for this recipe.
You can substitute with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, or dried cranberries for a tangier flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Best Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
