These Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies combine the rich flavor of cheesecake with the freshness of blueberries, all swirled into a soft cookie base. Perfect for any occasion, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious!
Author:Beth
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:18 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert, Snack
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Swirl:
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp water
Instructions
Prepare the Blueberry Swirl:
Cook the Blueberries:
In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
Remove from heat, mash the blueberries slightly, and let cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
Prepare the Filling:
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
Mix the Dough:
In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Assemble the Cookies:
Form the Cookies:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make a small well in the center of each dough ball.
Add the Fillings:
Spoon a small amount of the cheesecake filling into each well, followed by a small dollop of the cooled blueberry swirl. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the two together for a marbled effect.
Bake:
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use raspberry or strawberry preserves instead of blueberries for a different flavor twist.
Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Bring cookies to room temperature before serving for the best texture.