Go Back

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies

A delightful treat that combines the bright flavors of citrus and berries with creamy cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
Filling and Toppings
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup blueberry jam Can swap with raspberry or strawberry jam.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the blueberries gently.
Baking
  1. For each cookie, take a spoonful of dough, create a small hole in the center, add a small piece of cream cheese and a dollop of blueberry jam, then cover it with more dough.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  3. Let cool before serving.

Notes

These cookies are best served warm and can be paired with tea or coffee. For an added touch, sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.