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Delicious cheesecake stuffed chocolate chip cookies fresh out of the oven.

Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies with a luscious cheesecake filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option.
  • 1/3 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used but may alter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can use margarine but it may affect flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can replace half with granulated sugar for less moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a unique twist.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can work for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Baking powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Can omit if salted butter is used.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Consider using white or dark chocolate chips.

Method
 

Cheesecake Filling Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
Cookie Dough Preparation
  1. In another bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  2. Add egg and mix well.
  3. Gradually combine with flour, baking soda, and salt until smooth.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips.
Chill Dough
  1. Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes.
Assemble Cookies
  1. Take a small amount of cookie dough, flatten it, place a spoonful of cheesecake filling in the center, and cover it with more dough.
  2. Shape into balls.
Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
Cooling
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Serve warm for an extra gooey treat; simply reheat briefly in the microwave. Enhance flavors by adding citrus zest such as lemon or orange to the cheesecake filling. Customize the cookie by mixing in nuts or swapping the chocolate for caramel or peanut butter chips.