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Strawberry Pie Bites

Delightful strawberry and cream cheese bites encased in a golden cookie shell, perfect for summer gatherings and family delights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 1 package cookie dough Store-bought or homemade
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Can substitute with other fruits
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll the cookie dough into small balls, about one inch in size, and press them into mini muffin tins, creating little cookie cups.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Once done, let them cool completely.
Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fill each cooled cookie cup with the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Top with freshly sliced strawberries, arranging them artfully.
  4. Add whipped cream on top if feeling indulgent.
Serving
  1. Serve on a lovely platter, optionally sprinkling powdered sugar on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. For best results, freeze the unfilled cookie cups and fill them fresh before serving.