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White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies

White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of White Chocolate Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. Each cookie features a creamy cheesecake center enveloped in a soft and chewy cookie dough, topped with luscious melted white chocolate and chunks of Reese’s peanut butter cups. These cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress guests with their gourmet appearance and decadent taste. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or simply as a well-deserved snack at home, these treats are easy to prepare, making them suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy the rich combination of creamy cheesecake and smooth white chocolate that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake filling)
  • 1 large egg (for cheesecake filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake filling)
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup Reese's peanut butter cups (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients. Chill dough for 1 hour.
  4. For the filling, beat softened cream cheese with sugar, one egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Scoop chilled dough into disks; place cheesecake filling in the center and seal edges around it.
  6. Arrange on baking sheet spaced apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Cool slightly before drizzling melted white chocolate over cookies and topping with chopped Reese’s.

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