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Fluffy Strawberry Shortcake Cookies Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Filling

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Soft, tender strawberry shortcake cookies filled with a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling. Perfect for a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert that feels like a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (300g), sifted
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (226g), softened
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped small
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (226g), softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120g), sifted
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (57g), softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients gently with a spatula, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries carefully to avoid breaking them up.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers look soft.
  9. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Beat softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and fluffy. Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time if a lighter texture is desired.
  11. Spread or pipe a generous dollop of cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie.
  12. Optional: Refrigerate assembled cookies for about 30 minutes before serving to let filling set.

Notes

Pat strawberries dry if too juicy to avoid soggy dough. Do not skip cooling cookies before filling to prevent mess. Use softened but not melted butter for best texture. Fold flour and strawberries gently to keep cookies tender. Refrigerate assembled cookies for best flavor and texture.

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