Cheesecake Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie

Ingredients:

Cookie Layer:

• 1 roll chocolate chip cookie dough (store-bought)

Cheesecake Filling:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
   Scoop small spoonfuls (about 1–1½ teaspoons each) onto a parchment-lined plate.
   Freeze for 20–30 minutes, or until firm.
2. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
   Cut the cookie dough into 12–14 equal pieces.
   Flatten each piece into a disc.
3. Stuff the Cookies:
   Place one frozen cheesecake ball in the center of a cookie disc.
   Fold the dough around the filling, sealing the edges well.
   Shape into a ball and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
   Leave space between cookies, as they will spread.
4. Bake:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   Bake for 11–14 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
   Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack.
5. Serve:
   Enjoy warm for a gooey center, or chilled for a firmer cheesecake filling.