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Coat a cupcake pan with non-stick spray. Set the oven to 175°C (350°F) and let it preheat.
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Grab a medium bowl and put in the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Stir and set aside.
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Put softened butter and sugar in a big mixing bowl. Whip them together on high until the mix looks pale and fluffy—about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Blend the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture until it's smooth and combined.
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Add your dry mixture into the wet mixture and blend everything until it forms a thick dough. Don't overdo the mixing.
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Roll out about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cup. Press the dough into the bottom and partially up the sides of the cupcake wells to create a hollow center.
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Pop the tray into the oven and bake for about 7 to 10 minutes. Pull them out when the edges are just starting to turn golden.
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Let the cups cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Carefully transfer them to a cooling rack. If the centers aren't deep enough, press them gently with a spoon handle while still warm.
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In a big bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until the mixture is silky and smooth.
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Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mix into your cooled cookie cups. Top with pieces of fresh fruit. Store in a sealed container in the fridge and aim to eat them within 3-4 days.