Soft and flavorful cookies infused with strawberry and banana pudding, paired with a creamy, tangy cheesecake dip for a delightful treat.

1 box (3.4 oz) strawberry or banana flavored instant pudding mix

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

8 oz cream cheese, softened (for cheesecake dip)

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for cheesecake dip)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake dip)

1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped until stiff peaks form (for cheesecake dip)

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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and pudding mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart, then flatten slightly.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies bake and cool, prepare the cheesecake dip: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
Serve the cookies alongside the cheesecake dip for dipping or spreading.

These cookies can be made with either strawberry or banana flavored pudding mix.

To make gluten-free cookies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.

The cheesecake dip keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days; stir before serving.

Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.

For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free margarine, cream cheese alternatives, and check pudding mix for dairy ingredients.

Optional: Add lemon zest or fresh strawberries to the dip for extra freshness.