Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and creamy peanut butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped mini Reese’s peanut butter cups.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Assembly & Baking
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly and place a dollop of cheesecake filling in the center.
- Fold the cookie dough around the cheesecake filling to seal it inside.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Keep your butter at room temperature for best incorporation. Consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
