Description
Delight in these soft and luscious Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies that combine the fruity sweetness of strawberry cake mix with a creamy homemade cheesecake frosting. Perfect for spring gatherings or anytime you crave a dessert that’s both fruity and rich, these cookies are easy to make in just 30 minutes and yield a dozen delicious treats.
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
Garnish
- 6 sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 large eggs and ¼ cup vegetable oil until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the strawberry cake mix and 2 teaspoons baking powder to ensure even leavening.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a thick, uniform dough forms.
- Add Fresh Strawberries: Gently fold in the ½ cup chopped strawberries to distribute them evenly without crushing.
- Shape Dough Balls: Using an ice cream scoop, form six dough balls per baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheets in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden brown.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheets before frosting.
- Make Cheesecake Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese, 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add 2 ½ cups powdered sugar into the cream cheese mixture, mixing continuously until the frosting is thick and creamy.
- Frost Cookies: Pipe or spread the cheesecake frosting generously onto each cooled cookie.
- Add Crumble Topping: Take one cookie, crumble it finely, and sprinkle the crumbs evenly over the frosted cookies for added texture.
- Garnish with Fresh Strawberries: Top each cookie with a slice of fresh strawberry to enhance presentation and flavor.
- Serve or Store: Serve the cookies immediately or store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3-4 days.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for a smooth frosting.
- Chilling the dough before baking is optional but can help with better cookie shape and texture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture in both dough and garnish.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the frosting fresh.
- If you prefer a less sweet cookie, adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the frosting to taste.
