Strawberry Cheesecake Crumble Cookies
These Strawberry Cheesecake Crumble Cookies are delightful bites filled with luscious strawberries and creamy cheesecake, topped with a satisfying crumble. They combine classic cheesecake flavors with the comfort of cookies, making them a perfect treat for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup strawberries (chopped)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup additional strawberries (for topping)
- 1 cup oats (for crumb topping)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (for crumb topping)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted for crumb topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt and set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix together oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Scoop about a tablespoon of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, make a small indent in the center, fill it with a teaspoon of cream cheese filling, sprinkle with oats, and cover with another dollop of cookie dough.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Chill the dough slightly before scooping to retain shape.