Description
These Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies are the perfect combination of a soft, buttery sugar cookie and a luscious blueberry cheesecake filling. With a beautiful marbled swirl of rich cream cheese and fruity blueberry preserves, these cookies are as delicious as they are stunning. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just treating yourself, they’re guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl:
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup blueberry preserves or homemade blueberry puree
Instructions
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Prepare the Cookie Dough
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
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Make the Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the blueberry preserves, creating a marbled effect without overmixing.
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Assemble the Cookies
- Roll out the cookie dough into a rectangle on a floured surface (about ¼-inch thick).
- Spread a thin layer of the blueberry cheesecake mixture evenly over the dough.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Slice and Bake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the chilled dough into ½-inch thick rounds and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes