Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Gooey Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect treat that combines the rich flavors of creamy cheesecake and chewy cookies. These cookies are not only soft and gooey but also easy to make, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Each bite offers a heavenly blend of textures, featuring a melted cheesecake center surrounded by a luscious cookie exterior. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these cookies will surely impress family and friends. Warm them up for an extra touch of indulgence, and get ready for everyone to come back for more!
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least one hour.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together, then gradually add to the wet mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and Reese’s Pieces.
- Take about two tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen cheesecake dollop in the center, then cover with more cookie dough.
- Bake on a parchment-lined sheet at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added richness, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies. Experiment with different types of candy pieces or nuts for variety.