Description
Cheesecake Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies are soft, chewy red velvet cookies with a creamy, dreamy cheesecake center. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or any time you crave a sweet treat, this easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and guarantees bakery-style results at home.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla until smooth. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Make the Red Velvet Cookie Dough Cream butter and sugars, add eggs, vanilla, and food coloring. Mix flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt, then fold into wet ingredients.
- Step 3: Assemble and Bake Cookies Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough, flatten, add cheesecake filling, seal, and bake 12–14 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.
Tips :
- Chill the cheesecake filling to prevent leakage.
- Use a mix of granulated and brown sugar for chewy cookies.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestion:
- Serve warm with milk, coffee, or hot cocoa for a cozy dessert experience.
Storage:
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 12–14 minutes Chill Time: 15 mins