Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in a delightful fusion of chocolate chip cookies with a creamy cheesecake center, perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl, then combine with the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Form cookie dough balls, flatten dough, add cheesecake filling, and wrap the dough around it.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Don’t overbake; they will continue to cook slightly after removal from the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg