Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Cups
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Cups combine a buttery sugar cookie crust with creamy cheesecake filling and a sweet, tangy strawberry swirl. These bite-sized desserts are perfect for parties or as a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for cookie cups)
- Total Time: 30 minutes (includes cooling time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert, Party Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cookie Cups:
1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough or homemade equivalent
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Swirl & Garnish:
⅓ cup strawberry jam, warmed slightly
Fresh strawberries or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Cookie Cups:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a mini muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
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Slice cookie dough into 12 portions and press each portion into the bottom and sides of the muffin cups.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling:
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Beat softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
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Assemble the Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Cups:
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Once cookie cups have cooled, fill each with cheesecake filling, about ¾ full.
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Warm strawberry jam and drop a teaspoon onto each filled cookie cup.
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Use a toothpick to swirl the jam into the cheesecake filling.
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Garnish:
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Garnish with fresh strawberries or chocolate shavings if desired.
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Notes
Variations: Swap strawberry jam for other fruit jams or add a chocolate drizzle on top.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
