Description
Delight in these irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, combining the fruity sweetness of strawberry cake mix with a creamy, luscious cheesecake frosting. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are topped with fresh strawberries and crumbled cookie bits for added texture and flavor—a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chopped strawberries
Cheesecake Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration
- 6 sliced strawberries
- Cookie crumbs (from crumbled cookies)
Instructions
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vegetable oil until fully combined to create a smooth base for the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the strawberry cake mix and baking powder ensuring they are evenly distributed for proper rising.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick, cohesive dough forms, ready for shaping.
- Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries to distribute the fruity bits evenly without crushing them.
- Portion Dough: Using an ice cream scoop, form six even dough balls per baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the cookie edges are lightly golden brown.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting to prevent melting the frosting.
- Make Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the frosting is thick and fluffy.
- Frost Cookies: Use a piping bag or knife to apply the cheesecake frosting onto the cooled cookies evenly and attractively.
- Decorate: Crumble one cookie and sprinkle the crumbs over the frosted cookies for texture and visual appeal.
- Garnish: Top each frosted cookie with a fresh slice of strawberry for a colorful, fresh finish.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately or store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- For a firmer cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional: Add a pinch of salt to the frosting to balance the sweetness.
