Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Black Velvet Cheesecake Cookies, a fusion of rich cocoa cookie dough wrapped around a creamy cheesecake filling. These indulgent treats are perfect for any occasion, from Halloween parties to everyday cravings.
Ingredients
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For the cookie dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon black cocoa powder (or Dutch-process cocoa for dark color)
- Black gel food coloring (optional)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the cheesecake filling:
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop into 1-teaspoon-sized mounds onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and food coloring (if using) until fully combined. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Assembly: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center, and wrap the dough around it, sealing completely. Roll into a ball and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- Baking: Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until cookies are set around the edges. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For the darkest color, use black cocoa and black gel coloring.
- Store cookies in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
