Description
If you’re a peanut butter lover and a cheesecake fan, these Gooey Reese’s Cheesecake Cookies are going to blow your mind. Soft, thick, and bursting with chunks of Reese’s peanut butter cups and a rich cream cheese swirl, these cookies are pure indulgence in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a holiday, party, or a sweet treat for yourself, this recipe delivers bakery-style cookies right from your home oven.
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Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
For the Mix-Ins:
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1 ½ cups chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups
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½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional but recommended)
For the Cream Cheese Swirl (Optional but amazing):
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2 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
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In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Scoop small ½ tsp-sized portions onto a plate and freeze for at least 20 minutes. This will make it easier to stuff into the cookies later.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
7. Fold in chopped Reese’s and mini chocolate chips.
Step 3: Shape the Cookies
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
9. Use a medium cookie scoop (about 2 tbsp of dough) to form cookie balls.
10. Flatten slightly, place a frozen cream cheese piece in the center, and fold the dough around it to seal.
11. Roll into a ball and place on the baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
Step 4: Bake the Cookies
12. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked.
13. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
14. Enjoy warm for the ultimate gooey center or let cool completely for a chewy, soft texture.
Notes
Use Room Temperature Ingredients – Ensures smooth mixing and even texture.
Don’t Overbake – Cookies continue baking on the sheet, so pull them early for soft centers.
Freeze Cream Cheese Centers – Helps them hold shape and stay gooey while baking.
Chop Reese’s Gently – A serrated knife works best to keep the candy intact.
Double the Batch – These cookies disappear fast, so make extras for sharing or freezing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: American