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These decadent cookies combine the sweet tang of cheesecake, the crunch of strawberry crumble, and the chewy goodness of a cookie. Perfect for any dessert lover!
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Crunch:
- 10 strawberry-flavored sandwich cookies (like Golden Oreos or similar)
- 2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions:
1. Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Scoop into small teaspoon-sized dollops and place on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for at least 1 hour (this makes it easier to stuff into the cookies).
2. Make the Strawberry Crunch:
- Place the sandwich cookies and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor. Pulse until fine crumbs form.
- Add melted butter and mix until the crumbs stick together slightly. Set aside.
3. Prepare Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.
4. Assemble Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a frozen cheesecake dollop in the center.
- Wrap the dough around the cheesecake filling, sealing it completely. Roll into a ball.
- Roll each cookie ball in the strawberry crunch mixture, coating thoroughly.
5. Bake:
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
6. Cool and Serve:
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
These cookies are a dreamy blend of textures and flavors—perfect for impressing at parties or indulging on your own!
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