Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies, a delightful treat that seamlessly combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweetness of blueberry jam and zesty lemon. These cookies boast a soft, chewy texture with a luscious cream cheese filling and a burst of fruitiness, making them perfect for any gathering or as an everyday snack. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can whip up these stunning cookies that are sure to impress friends and family alike. Serve them warm or chilled, drizzled with lemon glaze or alongside fresh berries for an irresistible dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 12 oz fresh blueberries
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- Granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cold cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth; chill.
- Cook fresh blueberries with sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until jam-like; cool completely.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl; cream butter, sugar, and lemon zest in another before combining.
- Form cookie dough around cheesecake filling and blueberry jam; coat in sugar.
- Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg