Blueberry Cheesecake Cookie Cups Recipe
These Blueberry Cheesecake Cookie Cups combine the best of two beloved desserts—cheesecake and cookies—into a single handheld treat. A buttery, soft cookie base with a subtle vanilla flavor forms a cup filled with a luscious blueberry cream cheese cheesecake filling. Perfect for parties, snacks, or an elegant dessert, these cookie cups are easy to make and sure to impress.
- Author: Naya
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 2 hrs 32 mins
- Yield: 12 cookie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cookie Cups
- 1 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Blueberry Cheesecake Filling
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup blueberry puree*
Note
- *Blueberry puree can be made by blending fresh or frozen blueberries until smooth.
- Prepare the Cookie Cups: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a regular-sized muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt; set this mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the room temperature butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until everything is well combined.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and stir just until incorporated to avoid overmixing.
- Shape the Cookie Cups: Using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons), portion the dough into the prepared muffin tin cups. Press each ball of dough down slightly to flatten.
- Bake: Bake the cookie dough in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly browned and mostly set.
- Create Wells for Filling: Immediately after removing the cookie cups from the oven, use a small jar or container to press firmly down in the center of each cookie to create a well. Cool the cookie cups in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Blueberry Cheesecake Filling: Whip the cold heavy cream with a cold whisk or mixer in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Filling Components: Gently fold the cream cheese mixture and blueberry puree into the whipped cream, careful to maintain the light texture.
- Fill the Cookie Cups: Using a piping bag or spoon, fill each cooled cookie cup with the blueberry cheesecake filling. Refrigerate the filled cookie cups for approximately 2 hours or until they are set.
- Serve and Store: Serve these delightful treats cold. Consume within 2-3 days or freeze for up to 4 weeks for longer storage.
Notes
- Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Chill your whisk and bowl before whipping the heavy cream to achieve stiff peaks more easily.
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries blended into puree for the blueberry filling.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookie cups tender, not tough.
- If you don’t have a cookie scoop, use a tablespoon and level it out approximately 3 tbsp per cookie cup.
- To make the wells, use a jar or bottle with a mouth slightly smaller than the muffin cup size.
- Store cookie cups refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
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