Ultimate Kitchen Sink Cheesecake Cookies

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Ultimate Kitchen Sink Cheesecake Cookies
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 21, 2024

These kitchen sink cheesecake cookies are loaded with a mix of sweet and savory mix-ins like chocolate chips, pretzels, nuts, and dried fruits. The creamy cheesecake filling adds a luscious touch to these indulgent treats!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup mix-ins (chocolate chips, pretzels, nuts, dried fruits)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese, butter, and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Fold in the mix-ins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • The term 'kitchen sink' refers to a recipe that includes a mix of various ingredients, typically using up whatever is left in the kitchen.
  • Cheesecake cookies combine the best of both worlds - the creaminess of cheesecake and the chewiness of cookies.
  • These cookies make a great gift or party favor, as they are a unique and decadent treat that everyone will love.