White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies

Ingredients

• 2.25 cup all-purpose flour (part of dry ingredients)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 eggs (large)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup freeze-dried raspberries (crushed slightly)
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened, for filling)
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for filling)

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix again until fully incorporated.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

5. 5

   Fold in the freeze-dried raspberries and white chocolate chips by hand until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

6. 6

   In a separate small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together to create the cheesecake filling.

7. 7

   Take a portion of the cookie dough and flatten it into a disc in your hand.

8. 8

   Place a small spoonful of the cheesecake filling in the center of the dough disc.

9. 9

   Carefully seal the dough around the filling and roll it into a smooth ball, ensuring no filling is leaking out.

10. 10

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake the cookies until they reach golden perfection, approximately 10-12 minutes.

12. 12

    Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the pan before serving to let the cheesecake center set.

Notes

Using freeze-dried raspberries instead of fresh ones prevents the dough from becoming too wet and purple while providing a concentrated tart flavor. Ensure the cream cheese is fully sealed within the dough to prevent it from bursting during baking.

Nutrition per serving

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