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Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

A delicious fusion of creamy cheesecake and chewy chocolate chip cookies, these treats feature a surprise cheesecake center in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese Make sure it is softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the filling.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 1 large egg yolk Provides richness to the filling.
For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Should be softened to room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs For binding the dough.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Primary structure for the cookies.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Leavening agent for the cookies.
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Use a mix of milk and dark chocolate for best results.

Method
 

Preparing the Cheesecake Centers
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese with sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth.
  2. Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze them until solid.
Encasing the Filling
  1. Take a portion of the cookie dough and flatten it into a disc.
  2. Place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center, then wrap the cookie dough around it, sealing completely.
Baking the Cookies
  1. Bake in a preheated oven until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set.
  2. Avoid overbaking to prevent dry cookies.
Cooling
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Chilling the cheesecake filling and assembled cookies is crucial to prevent leakage during baking. Use a cookie scoop for uniform portions.