1️⃣ Make the Cream Cheese Filling

📌 In a bowl, whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
📌 Scoop 1 tbsp-sized balls onto a parchment-lined tray (should make about 12).
📌 Freeze for 30-60 minutes until firm.

2️⃣ Make the Cookie Dough

📌 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
📌 Beat butter for 3-5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
📌 Add brown sugar & white sugar, then beat for 2 minutes until creamy.
📌 Mix in egg, vanilla, strawberry extract, and food coloring (if using).
📌 Fold in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until dough forms.
📌 If dough is sticky, add 2-3 tbsp flour at a time until it’s soft but not sticky.

3️⃣ Assemble the Cookies

📌 Scoop 1/3 cup (80g) dough for each cookie.
📌 Flatten dough, place 1 frozen cream cheese ball in the center, then wrap dough around it.
📌 Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar.

4️⃣ Bake the Cookies

📌 Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-11 minutes.
📌 For perfectly round cookies, swirl a cup/bowl around them right after baking.
📌 Let them sit for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

5️⃣ Enjoy & Store

📌 Eat warm for gooey cheesecake centers!
📌 Store in the fridge for up to 10 days or freeze for longer storage.