Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Chocolate Cookie Cups combine rich chocolate cookie bases with a creamy, tangy strawberry cheesecake filling. Perfect for parties or as an indulgent treat, these bite-sized desserts are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Cups:
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (65g) cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (80g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh strawberry slices
- Chocolate shavings or drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Cups:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Divide the dough evenly into the muffin tin, pressing it up the sides to form a cup shape. Bake for 10โ12 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and use the back of a spoon to gently press down the centers. Let cool completely.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix.
- Gradually beat in the heavy cream until thick and fluffy. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Assemble the Cookie Cups:
- Once the cookie cups are completely cool, spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling into the centers.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can swap strawberries for raspberries or another fruit for a different flavor.
- Store cookie cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.