Ingredients
To make these decadent Gooey Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies, you will need:
For the Cookie Dough:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mini Reese’s pieces
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the filling.
Make the Cookie Dough:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the mini Reese’s pieces.
Assemble the Cookies:
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand.
Place a small amount (about 1 teaspoon) of the chilled cheesecake filling in the center of the dough.
Scoop another tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it, and place it over the cheesecake filling. Seal the edges by pressing the dough together, forming a ball.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
