Choco Cheesecake Cookie Bites (Printable Version)
Chocolate cookie bites featuring creamy cheesecake centers and a sweet chocolate topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
→ Cheesecake Filling
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon milk
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until pale and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until fully combined.
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Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain.
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In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
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Take approximately 1 tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it, place a teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center, then fold and seal edges around the filling, rolling into a smooth ball.
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Place the assembled cookie balls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are firm and centers remain slightly soft.
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Allow the cookie bites to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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If desired, melt chocolate chips and drizzle over cooled cookie bites to finish.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.