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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and refreshing flavors. These cookies feature a soft, buttery dough infused with zesty lemon, enveloping a luscious cream cheese filling and sweet blueberry jam. Ideal for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations, they offer an impressive presentation that will surely wow your guests. With their chewy texture and vibrant flavors, these cookies are not just desserts; they’re memorable treats meant to be shared. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this simple recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
  • 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 12 oz (340 g) fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
  • 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
  • 2 tbsp (20 g) lemon zest
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, very softened
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar, for rolling dough in

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing cold cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Chill.
  2. Cook fresh blueberries with sugar in a saucepan until thickened into jam-like consistency. Cool completely.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, cream softened butter with sugar and lemon zest until fluffy; mix in the egg and vanilla. Gradually combine dry ingredients to form dough.
  4. Chill dough for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Shape dough around cream cheese filling and blueberry jam into balls, rolling in sugar before placing on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft.

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