Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Black Velvet Cheesecake Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the spirit of Halloween and beyond. These cookies feature a luxurious dark chocolate exterior with a luscious cream cheese filling, reminiscent of Oreos but with a unique twist. Their striking black and white appearance makes them perfect for festive occasions or as an eye-catching dessert to impress family and friends. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create these stunning cookies in no time. Whether you’re serving them at a party, gifting them as favors, or enjoying them with a warm beverage, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar (filling)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (cookie dough)
- 2 tsp black cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- For cookie dough, cream butter with both sugars until fluffy; add egg yolks and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt) separately; then mix into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Form cookies by placing cheesecake filling in the center of dough portions; seal and shape into balls.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are firm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg