Description

These Ultimate Soft Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with a Homemade Jam Swirl are inspired by Crumbl’s famous treats. Featuring a rich cream cheese and butter base, these cookies are soft and chewy with a delightful strawberry jam center that’s gently swirled into the dough for a burst of fruity flavor. Finished with a delicate powdered sugar glaze, they make the perfect indulgent dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Cookie Dough

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup finely crushed graham crackers (optional, for base flavor)

Jam Swirl

1/2 cup strawberry jam (high quality recommended)

Glaze

1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Mix Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, forming the base of your cookie dough.
Add Sugars: Add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar to the butter-cream cheese mixture. Beat for about 3 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and finely crushed graham crackers if using, to distribute the leavening and flavor evenly.
Mix Dry Into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
Portion Dough: Use a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons) to scoop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, placing them spaced apart to allow for spreading.
Add Jam Swirl: Press about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam into the center of each dough ball. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the jam slightly into the dough, creating a marbled effect.
Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes. Edges should be set, but centers should look slightly soft—avoid overbaking to maintain maximum chewiness.
Cool and Transfer: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess on the bottom.
Prepare Glaze and Drizzle: While cookies cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to create a thin glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies for an elegant finish and added sweetness.

Notes

For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow to finish setting on the cooling rack.
Use high-quality strawberry jam for the best flavor impact in the swirl.
Crushed graham crackers are optional but add a nice subtle flavor and texture.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Adjust milk quantity in glaze for desired consistency—less milk for thicker glaze, more for a thinner drizzle.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies, Soft Cookies, Crumbl Inspired, Homemade Jam Swirl, Cream Cheese Cookies, Easy Dessert