Fruity Pebble Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
teaspoon baking soda
teaspoon salt
1 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
cup powdered sugar
teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Drizzle Optional:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Scoop teaspoon-sized dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
2. Make the Cookie Dough:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the Fruity Pebbles cereal until evenly distributed.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly.
Place a frozen cheesecake filling dollop into the center of the dough. Top with another scoop of dough and seal the edges, ensuring the cream cheese is completely covered.
Repeat with the remaining dough and cheesecake filling.
4. Bake the Cookies:
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
5. Drizzle Optional:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled cookies for an extra sweet finish.
Tips:
Freeze the cheesecake filling thoroughly to make assembly easier.
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
These cookies can also be frozen for a longer shelf life simply thaw before serving.
These Fruity Pebble Cheesecake Cookies combine chewy, colorful cereal goodness with a creamy cheesecake surprise in the center a fun and nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion!
Enjoy
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