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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies

These cookies beautifully merge the flavors of lemon and blueberry with a creamy cheesecake filling, creating a soft and chewy delight perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
  • 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar (for cheesecake filling)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla (for cheesecake filling)
  • 12 oz (340 g) fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar (for blueberry jam)
  • 2 3/4 cups (344 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar (for cookie dough)
  • 2 tbsp (20 g) lemon zest
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, very softened
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla (for cookie dough)
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar (for rolling dough)

Instructions

  • Prepare cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Freeze portions until solid.
  • Make blueberry jam by cooking blueberries and sugar until thickened, then cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. Cream sugar and lemon zest with butter in another until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
  • Gradually combine dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Incorporate blueberry jam into the dough for a marbled effect.
  • Shape dough into disks, insert cheesecake filling, and roll in sugar.
  • Bake cookies until lightly golden, then cool on wire rack.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
Avoid overmixing the cookie dough to maintain a tender texture.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2
  • Cholesterol: 30