Description
Indulge in the rich, dark chocolate flavor of Black Velvet Cheesecake Cookies, a festive delight perfect for the spooky season. These cookies feature a luscious cheesecake filling nestled within a strikingly dark cookie exterior, reminiscent of your favorite Oreo. Ideal for Halloween parties or cozy gatherings, their eye-catching appearance and scrumptious taste will make them a hit with friends and family. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this decadent dessert that promises to elevate any occasion. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these gourmet cookies that are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
- 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 tsp (3 g) black cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups (188 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 cup (40 g) black cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill in the fridge.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Shape cookie dough around a dollop of cheesecake filling into balls and roll in black cocoa sugar.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until set but soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, try adding flavored extracts or chocolate chips to the dough. You can freeze unbaked cookie balls for easy baking later.