Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine the rich flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake center, perfect for celebrations or any sweet treat craving.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it is at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs At room temperature.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring Adjust amount as desired for color.
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened At room temperature.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract and red food coloring, blending until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Assembling and Baking
- Scoop out a tablespoon of the red velvet dough and flatten it in your hand.
- Place a teaspoon of the cheesecake filling in the center, then wrap the dough around the filling to create a ball.
- Repeat the process and place each cookie ball on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, keep all ingredients at room temperature. Don’t overbake the cookies; they should look slightly underbaked in the center. Chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking can help maintain a soft texture. You can customize the cheesecake filling by adding lemon juice or chocolate chips.