Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These cookies combine the best of both worlds: a classic chocolate chip cookie with a creamy cheesecake surprise in the center. With buttery, chewy dough surrounding a sweet-tangy cream cheese filling, every bite is a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. They’re easy to make—no springform pan or water bath needed—and perfect for when you want decadent results without the fuss of a full cheesecake. Ideal for bake sales, family treats, or a cozy dessert night. Just assemble, bake till golden, and enjoy warm or cooled, with gooey cheesecake at their core.

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 12 oz (≈340 g) cream cheese, cubed and cold

• ¾ cup powdered sugar (≈90 g)

For the Cookies

• 1 cup (≈227 g) butter, room temperature

• 1 cup packed light brown sugar (≈220 g)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar (≈50 g)

• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 2½ cups (≈315 g) all-purpose flour

• 2 cups (≈340 g) semi‑sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat & Prep

   • Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment. 

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

   • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar on medium for 1–2 minutes until smooth.

   • Transfer to a bowl and chill while preparing dough. 

3. Mix Cookie Dough

   • Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium for ~2 minutes.

   • Add egg, yolk, vanilla, baking soda, and salt; mix ~1 minute.

   • On low, add flour until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips. 

4. Assemble Cookies

   • Use a 2‑Tbsp scoop for dough; flatten each portion.

   • Spoon ~2 tsp chilled cheesecake filling into center.

   • Wrap dough around filling, sealing completely, and form balls. Place 2″ apart on baking sheet. 

5. Bake & Cool

   • Bake 9 minutes, until edges are golden and tops just set.

   • Let cookies cool on the sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool fully.
     
     

Nutrients (approx. per cookie)
(based on 24 cookies)

• Calories: ~263–288 kcal

• Fat: 14–16.8 g

• Carbohydrates: ~32–34 g

• Protein: ~3–4 g

• Sugar: ~21–23 g 

• Sodium: ~188–203 mg