Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

This Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies are a decadent blend of two popular desserts. The creamy cheesecake filling is wrapped in Chocolate Chip Cookie dough. These are an eye-catching dessert for every occasion.

How to Make Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough :

2 cups of all-purpose, flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup of packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 cups chocolate chips

For the Cheesecake Filling :

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 325degF (165degC). Place baking sheets on parchment paper.
Prepare the Cookie Dough
- Mix the baking soda, flour, along with salt into a large bowl.
- Separately in a bowl, beat the butter that has been melted along with brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth.
- Mix with the vanilla, egg the egg yolk and vanilla until it is light and creamy. Gradually add your dry ingredients, mixing until all of them are.
- Incorporate your chocolate chip.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a small bowl, mix creamy cream cheese softened together with vanilla extract and sugar until it is smooth and soft.
Assemble the Cookies
- Scoop out small balls of dough for cookies (about 2 tablespoons for each). Then, flatten the balls slightly and form a small well at the center.
- Pour approximately 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling to the well. Cover the well with a second chunk of the cookie dough, and cover the edges with a seal to keep your filling in a complete way.
Bake the Cookies
- Place the cookies in a single layer on the baking pans, leaving enough space for spreading. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cookies should rest on their baking sheets for about 5 mins before moving them onto an air-tight rack to completely cool.

Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

chill the dough Then, chill the dough for cookies for thirty minutes to make it more comfortable to handle and avoid spreading.
Seal Well ensure that the cookie dough is completely enclosed the cheesecake filling, to prevent leaks in the baking.
Improve flavor Sprinkle sea salt flaky on the cookies prior to baking for an added sweetness and salty flavor.

Variations

Chocolate Explosion: Use dark or white chocolate chips for a different flavour profile.
Nuts Additional Mix in chopped nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or walnuts for additional texture.
Christmas twist Add food coloring in the cheesecake mixture for festive-themed cookies.

FAQs

1. Do I have the option of freezing the dough?

Yes you can freeze cookie dough before baking. Set your cookies onto a baking tray until they’re firm. Transfer them into a freezer-safe bag. Bake them from frozen by adding a few minutes for baking.

2. How can I conserve the cookies?

Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Allow them to reach the temperature of room before serving or slightly warm them for an extra delicious treat.

3. Can I make smaller cookies?

Yes! Make small portions of dough as well as fillings and baking time to 10-12 minutes.

Conclusion

Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies is the perfect dessert mash-up that combines deliciously chewy cookie dough and smooth chocolate chip cookies in each bite. They’re a blast to bake, but even more enjoyable to eat, and are sure to please everyone who has tried these. Bake them today and discover the joy of two desserts all in one!

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