Description
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Cups are the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberry swirls nestled in a buttery cookie cup. These delightful treats are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for any occasion. Whether it’s a picnic, party, or a cozy night in, these mini desserts will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for strawberries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually mix into the butter mixture without overmixing.
- Grease muffin tin; scoop dough into each cavity and press down to form cups.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; let cool slightly.
- Mix softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth; add an egg and set aside.
- Blend fresh strawberries with sugar until chunky; swirl into cream cheese mixture.
- Fill cookie cups with cheesecake mixture and bake for another 15-18 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg