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Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies: Indulgence Awaits

Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies: Indulgence Awaits
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If you love classic chocolate chip cookies and creamy cheesecake, this recipe brings both desserts together in one irresistible bite. Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies feature a soft, chewy cookie exterior wrapped around a rich, smooth cheesecake center that melts beautifully as it bakes.

Ingredients

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For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowls

  • Electric mixer

  • Measuring cups & spoons

  • Baking sheet

  • Parchment paper

  • Freezer

  • Wire cooling rack

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  2. Scoop small teaspoon-sized portions onto parchment paper.

  3. Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.

2️⃣ Make the Cookie Dough

  1. Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

  2. Add egg and mix until combined.

  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.

  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.

  5. Fold in chocolate chips.

3️⃣ Chill the Dough

Cover dough and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to make shaping easier.

4️⃣ Assemble the Cookies

  1. Scoop dough and flatten slightly in your hand.

  2. Place one frozen cheesecake ball in the center.

  3. Wrap dough completely around filling and seal edges.

  4. Roll gently into a ball.

5️⃣ Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Place cookies on a lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.

  3. Bake for 13–15 minutes until edges turn golden.

6️⃣ Cool

Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Freeze cheesecake centers well to prevent leaking.

  • Seal dough completely around filling.

  • Slightly underbake for soft, gooey cookies.

  • Use room-temperature butter for smoother dough.

  • Add extra chocolate chips on top before baking for a bakery look.

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