Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies, where the creamy essence of cheesecake meets the sweet burst of fresh blueberries. These cookies are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, making them a perfect treat for any occasion—be it a sunny picnic or a cozy night in. The subtle hints of cream cheese create an irresistible taste that can be further enhanced with optional white chocolate chips and zesty lemon. With their unique flavor profile and versatility, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 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
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually blend dry ingredients into wet mixture. Fold in blueberries gently.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg