Strawberry Cheesecake Cookie Cups

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookie Cups are the perfect pairing of fruity cheesecake and chewy sugar cookies.

Servings 18

INGREDIENTS

Cookie Cups:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
• 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup strawberry puree *
• pink or red color gel optional

INSTRUCTIONS

Cookie Cups:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and spray 2 regular sized muffin tins with cooking spray.
2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, set aside.
3. Beat butter and sugar on med-high until pale and fluffy (approx. 2-3mins). Reduce speed and add eggs (one at a time), and vanilla. Beat until combined.
4. Add flour mixture and mix until just combined.
5. Using a large cookie scoop (3 Tbsp), scoop dough into muffin tins, press down to flatten slightly.
6. Bake for 10-12 mins or until lightly browned and mostly set.
7. Remove from oven and immediately use a small jar or container to press firmly down in the center to create a well. Cool in pans for 10 mins, then place on wire rack to cool completely.

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