Description
These Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with sweet bursts of fresh blueberries in a soft, tender cookie. Enhanced with white chocolate chips and a hint of lemon zest, these cookies offer a delightful balance of flavors perfect for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking and to ensure even baking.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set this bowl aside for later.
- Cream the butter and sugars: Using a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the blueberries, white chocolate chips, and lemon zest, taking care not to crush the berries to maintain their shape and color.
- Scoop the dough: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Fresh vs. Frozen Blueberries: If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before mixing into the dough. This will prevent the berries from bleeding color into the cookie dough.
- Storage Tip: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate them for up to one week.
- Extra Cheesecake Flavor: For a special twist, you can place a small dollop of sweetened cream cheese in the center of each cookie before baking for an extra creamy cheesecake surprise inside.
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