Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cookie Dough:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
   In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
   Scoop into small dollops (about 1 tsp each) onto a parchment-lined tray.
   Freeze for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
2. Make the Cookie Dough:
   In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
   Add eggs and vanilla, and mix until combined.
   Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until a dough forms.
   Fold in chocolate chips.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
   Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly.
   Place a frozen cheesecake dollop in the center and cover it with another flattened tablespoon of cookie dough.
   Seal the edges to fully enclose the filling. Roll gently into a ball.
4. Bake:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   Place cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
   Bake for 11–13 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
   Let cool slightly before digging in!

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