Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and 1 cup of sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm it up.
Step 2: Preheat and Shape
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center of each ball.
Step 3: Cheesecake Filling
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of sugar until smooth.
- Spoon a small amount of the cream cheese mixture into each cookie’s indentation.
Step 4: Add Raspberry Preserves
- Add a small dollop of raspberry preserves on top of the cream cheese filling in each cookie.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.