Description
These Cheesecake-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the best of both worlds: rich, creamy cheesecake filling inside soft, chocolate chip cookies. With a hint of cheesecake flavor in the dough and a delightful surprise in the center, these cookies are sure to impress your taste buds. They’re the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add in the cheesecake pudding mix, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it in the palm of your hand. Place a small piece of cream cheese in the center and fold the dough around it, forming a ball.
- Place the stuffed cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use a block of cream cheese instead of cream cheese filling for the stuffing.
- For added flavor, sprinkle a little bit of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking.
- These cookies can be frozen after baking. Just place them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes