Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Red Velvet Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies, a perfect treat for any celebration! These vibrant cookies boast a rich red velvet exterior that encases a creamy cheesecake center, complemented by delightful white chocolate chips. Ideal for Christmas gatherings or special occasions, their irresistible flavor and stunning appearance will impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare with common ingredients, these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat. Whether served as snacks, gifts, or party favors, they add a touch of elegance to any dessert table. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this simple yet delicious recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Butter (barely softened)
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 teaspoons Red Food Coloring
- 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 3 cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (barely softened)
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla together until smooth. Scoop into small portions and freeze for 45 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make Cookie Dough: Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Mix flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in another bowl. Gradually incorporate it into the wet mixture along with white chocolate chips.
- Assemble Cookies: Flatten dough balls, place frozen cheesecake filling in the center, wrap dough around it, and roll into smooth balls.
- Bake: Place on lined baking sheets and bake for about 10-13 minutes until edges are set; centers should be soft.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg