Description
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Cups are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and buttery cookie, swirled with fresh strawberries for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, these little treats are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With their vibrant colors and irresistible taste, they’re not just desserts; they’re a celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease muffin tins.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Fill muffin tins halfway with dough, pressing down gently.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Fold chopped strawberries into half of the cheesecake mixture for the swirl effect.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into each cookie cup until nearly full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 119mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment by swapping strawberries for raspberries or blueberries for a different flavor twist. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps in your filling.