Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries with these Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies. Each cookie features a soft and chewy exterior that encases a creamy cheesecake filling, creating a mouthwatering treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, enjoying a cozy afternoon at home, or packing snacks for lunch, these cookies are sure to impress. They not only offer a unique twist on classic flavors but also embody the essence of summer in every bite. Easy to make and visually appealing, they’ll leave your friends and family craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 12 oz fresh blueberries
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- Granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar. Add lemon zest, egg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate into the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Form dough balls around a spoonful of cheesecake filling and roll in granulated sugar before placing on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 11 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg