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White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
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These White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the classic chocolate chip cookie texture, enhanced by chunks of Reese’s peanut butter cups and drizzled with smooth white chocolate. They offer a delightful mix of flavors and textures, perfect for any dessert lover looking for a unique twist on traditional cookies.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins & Topping

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cups, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Add the two eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar, the egg, and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the mixture is fully combined and has a smooth texture.
  3. Assemble the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about one tablespoon of the chilled cookie dough and flatten it into a disk in your palm. Spoon a portion of the cheesecake filling onto the center of the disk, then carefully fold the edges of the dough around the filling, sealing it completely. Roll the filled dough gently into a ball and place it on the baking sheet, spacing cookies approximately 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges become lightly golden. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Prepare the Topping: Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies, then immediately sprinkle the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups on top so they stick to the chocolate. Let the topping set before serving to ensure the drizzle hardens slightly.

Notes

  • For a fun variation, you can substitute Reese’s peanut butter cups with chopped Snickers bars or M&M’s candies.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

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