BEST Recipe for Gooey Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies

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If you love Reese’s and cheesecake, this recipe is your dream come true! These soft, gooey cookies are loaded with peanut butter and chocolate goodness, with a creamy cheesecake swirl in every bite. Perfect for parties, holidays, or satisfying your sweet tooth anytime.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup Reese’s peanut butter cups, chopped

For the Cheesecake Swirl:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Make the Cookie Dough:

  1. In a large bowl, beat together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups.

2. Make the Cheesecake Swirl:

  1. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble the Cookies:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dollops of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  3. Add small dollops of the cheesecake mixture on top of each cookie dough ball. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the cheesecake into the dough.

4. Bake:

  1. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly undercooked (they will firm up as they cool).
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Success:

  • Use soft cream cheese for the smoothest cheesecake swirl.
  • Don’t overmix the cheesecake into the cookie dough—you want visible swirls!
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

These cookies are the perfect mix of soft, chewy, and gooey, with the irresistible flavor of Reese’s and the creamy richness of cheesecake. They’re easy to make and guaranteed to impress!

Try this recipe today and indulge in the ultimate cookie experience!

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