Description
Get ready to embark on a delicious journey with these Irresistible Reeses Cheesecake Cookies! Imagine the creamy goodness of cheesecake combined with the heavenly taste of Reeses—every bite is pure bliss for your sweet tooth. Let’s dive into this mouthwatering treat!
Ingredients
- For the Cookie Dough:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini Reeses peanut butter cups, chopped
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup Reeses peanut butter chips
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dry Mixture
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This is your dry mixture.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
In a separate large bowl, cream 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla
Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until smooth and well combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
6. Fold in Reeses
Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped mini Reeses peanut butter cups.
7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
In another bowl, mix 4 oz of softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
8. Assemble the Cookies
To assemble the cookies, roll a tablespoon of cookie dough into a ball, flatten it, and place a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center. Top with another tablespoon of dough, sealing the edges around the filling.
9. Arrange and Bake
Arrange the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool the Cookies
Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
11. Melt the Chips
Melt 1/2 cup of Reeses peanut butter chips and 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips in separate bowls.
12. Drizzle and Serve
Once the cookies are cool, drizzle them with the melted peanut butter and chocolate for a delightful finish.
Notes
Yield
This recipe makes approximately 18 cookies, each about 210 calories.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Customization
Feel free to add other ingredients such as crushed nuts or different types of chocolate chips for added flavor and texture.
Serving Suggestions
These cookies pair perfectly with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes