Description
These Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies combine a soft, buttery cookie base with creamy cheesecake swirls and a fresh blueberry compote. Easy to make, visually stunning, and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the cookies:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cheesecake swirl:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the blueberry compote:
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Blueberry Compote
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until the berries release their juices.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Swirl
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Cookie Dough
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 4: Assemble the Cookies
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Make an indent in each cookie with a small spoon.
- Spoon a small amount of cheesecake mixture into each indent.
- Drizzle or dollop blueberry compote over the top.
- Use a toothpick to swirl for a marbled effect.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and slightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Strawberry Swirl: Use strawberries instead of blueberries.
- Lemon Zest Boost: Add 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest to the dough.
- Graham Cracker Touch: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- cooling time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: dessert , cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blueberry cheesecake cookies, cheesecake swirl cookies, blueberry cookies, easy cookie recipe, homemade cookies