Gooey Reese's Cheesecake Cookies
These Gooey Reese's Cheesecake Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with creamy cheesecake goodness, crunchy Reese's Pieces, and decadent chunks of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened for a rich, creamy base
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened for that luscious cheesecake texture
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed enhances the cookies’ depth of flavor
- 1 large egg for binding
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for aromatic sweetness
Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour to create the cookie structure
- 1/2 tsp baking powder to aid in rising
- 1/4 tsp salt to balance flavors
Mix-ins
- 1 cup Reese's Pieces adding a delightful crunch and color
- 1/2 cup chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for a gooey, chocolatey surprise
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the Reese's Pieces and chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for a smooth batter. For a richer chocolate flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips. Use an ice cream scoop for uniform sizes and sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on each cookie before baking for added contrast.