Description

Indulge in Strawberry Jam Cheesecake Cookie Cups, a delightful dessert combining buttery cookie cups with creamy cheesecake filling and a sweet jam center. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or anytime you want a fun and delicious treat that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Cups:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

1/2 cup strawberry jam (or any jam of your choice)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream

Optional Garnish:

Colorful sprinkles

Substitutions:

Gluten-free: Replace flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter and cream cheese.
Low-sugar: Substitute powdered sugar with monk fruit sweetener or erythritol.

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.

Step 2: Prepare the Cookie Dough

Mix together the flour, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl until crumbly and combined.

Step 3: Shape the Cookie Cups

Press the dough into each mini muffin cup, forming a small cup shape.

Step 4: Bake the Cookie Cups

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 5: Cool and Add Jam

Allow the cookie cups to cool completely, then spoon strawberry jam into the center of each cup.

Step 6: Make the Cheesecake Filling

In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream and beat until light and fluffy.

Step 7: Fill the Cookie Cups

Pipe or spoon the cheesecake mixture on top of the jam in each cookie cup.

Step 8: Garnish and Set

Decorate with colorful sprinkles, if desired, and refrigerate the cookie cups for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chilling Tip: If the dough is too soft to handle, chill it for 10–15 minutes before shaping.
Jam Variations: Experiment with raspberry, apricot, or blackberry jam for unique flavors.
Make Ahead: Assemble the cookie cups a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.