Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies (Print View)

Tender buttery cookies with a creamy cheesecake filling and vibrant blueberry swirl create a dreamy, marbled delight.

# Components:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Cheesecake Filling

09 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Blueberry Swirl

12 - 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
13 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
15 - 1 tablespoon water

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for approximately 5 minutes until thickened. Lightly mash the berries, stir thoroughly, and allow to cool completely.
02 - In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Chill briefly if needed to achieve desired consistency.
03 - In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto the baking sheet, creating 18 cookies total. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make a well in each dough ball.
05 - Spoon a dollop of cheesecake filling into each well, then top with a small amount of the cooled blueberry swirl. Use a toothpick or butter knife to gently swirl the fillings together for a marbled effect.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast of soft, buttery cookie with creamy and fruity filling creates a texture experience that feels way fancier than the effort required.
  • These cookies somehow taste indulgent without being overly sweet, and they come together in under an hour from start to finish.
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  • Letting your blueberry swirl cool completely before using it is non-negotiable—warm filling will turn your soft dough into a spreading mess in the oven.
  • Don't be tempted to overfill the wells; a teaspoon of each filling is plenty, and your patience here makes the difference between cookies that hold their shape and ones that run into each other.
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  • Keep a small glass of water nearby while swirling so you can clean your toothpick between cookies—this prevents the blueberry from smudging everywhere and keeps your swirls looking intentional.
  • If your kitchen is warm and your dough starts getting soft while you're working, pop the baking sheet in the freezer for five minutes before going into the oven—this prevents spreading and keeps those wells intact.
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