Soft Cheesecake Cookies (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Layer

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

→ Creamy Filling

09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 4 oz softened cream cheese
11 - 1/4 cup regular sugar

→ Berry Topping

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

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Combine blueberries, sugar, water, and cornstarch in a pan on medium heat. Stir and let thicken for 5 minutes. Mash lightly and set aside to cool.
02 - Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy and smooth.
03 - Blend butter with both sugars until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla. In another bowl, stir together salt, flour, and baking soda, then combine with wet mix until you get a soft dough.
04 - Scoop out 2-tablespoon portions of dough and form indentations. Fill each one with cheesecake filling and swirl in the berry mix. Gently marble together.
05 - Bake at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

# Additional Tips:

01 - You can swap blueberries for raspberry or strawberry jam.
02 - Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
03 - Bring to room temperature before serving.