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Banana Cream Cheese Cookies

These delightful Banana Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with a creamy banana and cream cheese center, making them a nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature I highly recommend Philadelphia for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar A must for that sweet flavor
  • 1 large banana, mashed The riper the better for sweetness
For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour For that classic cookie texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensures your cookies rise nicely
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt To enhance all the flavors
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Be sure it’s at room temperature for easy creaming
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness without overpowering
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed For that lovely caramel note
  • 1 large egg, room temperature Helps bind everything together
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract The comforting aroma is unbeatable
  • 1/2 cup strawberries, washed, finely diced Optional personal touch for added flavor

Method
 

Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and mashed banana until smooth and creamy.
  2. Scoop the mixture into 20 even portions and freeze until solid (about 1 hour). These will be your creamy centers.
Make the Cookie Dough
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy and light in color (around 3-5 minutes).
  3. Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture to form a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix! Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, if using.
Shape and Bake the Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Scoop 40 portions of cookie dough and flatten them slightly.
  3. Place a frozen cream cheese ball in the center of one disk of dough, cover it with another disk, and seal the edges completely.
  4. Arrange the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure they have enough space to spread.
  5. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until they turn a golden hue. Let them cool completely on the cookie sheets before serving.

Notes

Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for 1 week. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months. For best results, ensure room temperature ingredients are used during preparation to achieve the best texture.