Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)

Soft lemon cookies filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh blueberries, blending tart and sweet flavors perfectly.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 227 grams unsalted butter, softened
02 - 200 grams granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 30 milliliters fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
06 - 312 grams all-purpose flour
07 - 15 grams cornstarch
08 - 5 grams baking soda
09 - 2.5 grams salt
10 - 150 grams fresh or frozen blueberries, unthawed

→ Cheesecake Filling

11 - 226 grams cream cheese, softened
12 - 30 grams powdered sugar
13 - 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Shape into teaspoon-sized dollops on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes to facilitate handling.
02 - Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Incorporate the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing thoroughly.
03 - Whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until combined.
04 - Gently fold fresh or frozen blueberries into the dough, taking care not to crush them to preserve their shape.
05 - Portion approximately 30 grams of dough, flatten slightly, and enclose one frozen cheesecake ball within. Seal the edges and roll smoothly into a ball. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.
06 - Refrigerate the assembled dough balls for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 175°C. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft.
07 - Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to prevent breakage. Enjoy the balance of tart lemon, sweet blueberry, and creamy cheesecake filling.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Freezing the cheesecake filling prior to assembly ensures easier handling and prevents filling leakage during baking. Chilling dough limits spreading and parchment paper prevents sticking.