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