Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
These Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies are soft, gooey, and bursting with flavor! Imagine rich cream cheese swirls baked into buttery cookie dough with juicy blueberries folded in—each bite delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. They’re everything you love about cheesecake and cookies, combined into one irresistible treat. Whether you’re baking for a party or indulging in a sweet craving, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Swirl:
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon small dollops (1 teaspoon each) onto parchment paper and freeze for 15–20 minutes. This helps keep the filling intact during baking.
Step 2: Make the Blueberry Swirl
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium-low heat for 5–6 minutes, stirring until the berries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Set aside to cool.
Step 3: Make the Cookie Dough
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined—don’t overmix.
Step 4: Assemble the Cookies
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand.
- Place a frozen cream cheese dollop in the center and top with a small spoonful of blueberry mixture.
- Cover with another flattened dough piece and seal the edges well to encase the filling.
- Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Step 5: Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Place assembled cookies a few inches apart on the sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.