Delicious Lemon blueberry cheesecake cookies for spring baking
Delicious Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies capture the essence of spring with soft, chewy cookies bursting with juicy blueberries and a refreshing zing of lemon. The creamy cheesecake filling adds a velvety texture that complements the sweetness of the berries.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh or froze
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to break them.
- In another small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
- Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then wrap the dough around it and shape it into a ball.
- Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may seem soft but will set as they cool.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Fresh blueberries yield the best flavor, and if using frozen, add them straight from the freezer. To enhance citrus flavor, experiment with other zests.