Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
Cherry Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the fun shape of cookies. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you are celebrating a birthday, hosting a party, or just want a sweet snack at home. With a rich frosting and a tasty cherry topping, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Why Make This Recipe
You should make Cherry Cheesecake Cookies because they are tasty, fun, and easy to prepare. They offer a unique twist on traditional cookies while providing the creamy texture of cheesecake. Plus, they look fantastic on any dessert table! Making these cookies is a great way to impress friends and family, and they will be asking for the recipe in no time.
How to Make Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup salted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 4 crackers)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
Directions:
Make the Cookies: Cream the room temperature butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add the dry ingredients (salt, baking soda, graham cracker crumbs, and flour) until fully combined. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop out the dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-11 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Prepare the Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing well. If needed, add cornstarch to thicken the frosting.
Make the Streusel and Assemble: In another bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the frosted cookies and then add cherries on top.
Serve: These cookies are best enjoyed within 2 hours of making them. Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How to Serve Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
Serve your Cherry Cheesecake Cookies on a nice platter for guests. They can be enjoyed as a delicious dessert after dinner or as a sweet treat at a gathering. Pair them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a perfect combination!
How to Store Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
Store your Cherry Cheesecake Cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep them fresh for up to 3 days. If you need to store them for a longer time, you can freeze the cookies without frosting. Just thaw them and add the frosting later.
Tips to Make Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
- Ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for the best texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough once you add the dry ingredients; this will keep the cookies soft.
- Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a hole cut in the corner to easily frost your cookies.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of cherry topping to your liking; more cherries can make for a more fruity flavor!
Variation
For a chocolate twist, you could add mini chocolate chips to the cookie dough. You can also try using a different fruit filling, such as blueberry or strawberry, if you want a different flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare the cookie dough and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
Q: Can I freeze these cookies?
A: Yes, you can freeze the cookies without the frosting. Just make sure they are cooled completely before placing them in an airtight container.
Q: How can I make these cookies more cheesecake-like?
A: You can add more cream cheese to the frosting or mix a bit into the cookie dough for a richer cheesecake flavor.
Cherry Cheesecake Cookies
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful cookies that combine the creamy goodness of cheesecake with a tasty cherry topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 4 crackers)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the room temperature butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (salt, baking soda, graham cracker crumbs, and flour) until fully combined.
- Scoop out the dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-11 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Add cornstarch to thicken if needed.
- For the streusel, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle over the frosted cookies, then add cherries on top.
- Serve within 2 hours for best flavor, or store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Cookies are best enjoyed fresh, and any leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen without frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cookies, cheesecake, dessert, cherry