Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
Get ready for the ultimate dessert mash-up: Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies! These cookies are golden and gooey on the outside, while hiding a surprise creamy cheesecake center inside. It’s the perfect sweet treat for birthdays, parties, or whenever you need an extra-special cookie fix. Plus, they’re easier to make than you might think!
Ingredients
- • 1 roll chocolate chip cookie dough (about 16 oz)
- • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- • 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- • Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- • Assemble the Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Add a small spoonful of the cheesecake mixture into the center. Top with another small piece of cookie dough and pinch the edges together to seal the cheesecake inside. Roll gently into a ball.
- • Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the stuffed cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one for spreading.
- • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and gooey inside.
- • Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy slightly warm for the ultimate gooey cheesecake experience!
Tips for Success
- • Use chilled cookie dough if the dough gets too soft to handle while stuffing.
- • Don’t overfill! A small teaspoon of cheesecake filling is perfect to avoid leaks.
- • For extra flair, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies!
Storage
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months — just thaw and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per cookie, based on 16 cookies)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 24 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Cholesterol | 40 mg |
| Sodium | 130 mg |
| Sugar | 15 g |
Quick Facts
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies