Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these cheesecake-stuffed chocolate chip cookies! This recipe combines two beloved treats, offering a soft cookie shell filled with a creamy, tangy cheesecake center. These cookies are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth and are sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ 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
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
2. Prepare the Cookie Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, cream together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the Cookies
- Form cookie dough balls with about 1-2 tablespoons of dough each.
- Make an indentation in the center of each dough ball and fill with about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake mixture.
- Cover the cheesecake filling with additional cookie dough to enclose the filling completely.
5. Bake the Cookies
Place the assembled cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Cheesecake-Stuffed Cookies
- Chill the Dough: Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Extra Flavor: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the cookies before baking for a delicious contrast!
Nutritional Information
- Calories: ~310 kcal per cookie
- Servings: 24 cookies
Enjoy the rich blend of classic chocolate chip cookies with a creamy cheesecake surprise in every bite!