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Blueberry cheesecake swirl cookies on a baking sheet, topped with fresh blueberries.

Blueberry Cheesecake Swirl Cookies

Deliciously soft and chewy cookies featuring a creamy cheesecake swirl and a fruity blueberry topping for an irresistible treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Blueberry Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw.
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch For slurry.
  • 1 tbsp water For slurry.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the room temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in 2 tsp of vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with ¼ cup sugar until smooth. Mix in the egg yolk and ½ tsp vanilla extract until creamy.
  5. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, 2 tbsp sugar, and lemon juice; cook until berries burst and syrupy. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and thicken.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Spoon cookie dough onto sheets, flatten, and make an indentation. Fill with cheesecake mixture and swirl blueberry topping.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool before transferring to a rack.

Notes

Serve warm, chilled, or at room temperature. These cookies are best enjoyed with vanilla ice cream.