White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
These White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the sweet crunch of Reese’s peanut butter cups, all wrapped inside a soft, luscious white chocolate-studded cookie. Perfect for dessert lovers, these cookies offer a decadent treat with a gooey, creamy center and delightful bursts of peanut butter and chocolate in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cups, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips evenly.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Assemble the Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand. Place about a teaspoon of cheesecake filling and a piece of chopped Reese’s peanut butter cup in the center. Carefully fold and mold the dough around the filling to fully encase it, then roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Bake: Place the cookie dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden and the cookies have set but remain soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the creamy center intact.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best gooey texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Do not overbake to maintain a soft, creamy filling.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to get a smooth filling.
- Chill dough briefly if it becomes too soft to handle when assembling.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Keywords: White Chocolate, Reese’s, Cheesecake, Cookies, Dessert, Peanut Butter Cups
