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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Symphony of Spring Flavors


  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 1 hr (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 1618 cookies 1x

Description

These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies combine tangy lemon, juicy blueberries, and a creamy cheesecake filling for the ultimate soft-baked treat. They’re bright, buttery, and perfect for spring or summer dessert tables!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Cookie Dough:

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup brown sugar

1 large egg

2 tsp lemon zest (about 1 lemon)

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp vanilla extract

¾ cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen, don’t thaw)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

2 tbsp powdered sugar

½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Optional Glaze:

½ cup powdered sugar

12 tbsp lemon juice


Instructions

1. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop ½–¾ tsp portions onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for 30–45 minutes until firm.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, beat butter and both sugars until light and creamy (about 2 minutes). Add egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla; mix until combined.

4. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Gently fold in blueberries without overmixing.

5. Scoop about 1½ tbsp of cookie dough, flatten slightly, and place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center. Cover with another small piece of dough and roll gently to seal.

6. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes.

7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 10–13 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but centers still soft. Let cool 10 minutes before transferring to a rack.

8. Optional Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies for extra lemon flavor and shine.

Notes

Tips:

– Freeze the cheesecake centers well to make assembly easier.

– Don’t overbake; cookies should stay soft in the middle.

– Try swapping blueberries for raspberries for a twist!

– Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Cookies
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies, Lemon Cookies, Blueberry Dessert, Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies, Summer Baking