Cheesecake Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies
Craving something sweet? These Cheesecake Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies are the perfect treat! With a rich, velvety exterior and a creamy cheesecake filling, they're a delicious combination that will have you coming back for more. Perfect for any occasion, make these cookies tonight!
Equipment
- Whisk
- Oven
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
- 6 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1.25 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
- 0.5 cup Granulated White Sugar
- 0.25 cup Light Brown Sugar packed
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and salt until smooth and well-combined. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until almost firm, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the unsalted butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract and beat until incorporated.
- Mix in the flour mixture just until combined.
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of the dough and roll them into balls until you have 12 even-sized portions.
- Flatten each ball into a 3½-inch circle.
- Place about 2 teaspoons of the cheesecake filling in the center of each circle of dough. Bring the edges of the dough around the filling, pinching together to seal.
- Arrange the cookies 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 17 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze the cookies for up to three months.
- Tip 3: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert pairing.
- Tip 4: Feel free to experiment with different fillings!
- Tip 5: Use dark cocoa powder for a richer flavor.