The Art of Ultimate Gooey Reese's Cheesecake Cookie Perfection

Perfect Cream Cheese Integration Mastery

Master the technique of incorporating cream cheese smoothly for ideal cheesecake flavor.

Gooey Texture Achievement

Learn the skill of creating perfectly gooey centers while maintaining structural integrity.

Candy Distribution Excellence

Perfect the method of evenly distributing Reese's pieces and chocolate throughout dough.

Optimal Baking Timing

Master the art of underbaking for gooey centers while ensuring proper edge setting.

Flavor Balance Technique

Learn to balance sweet, salty, peanut butter, and chocolate flavors in perfect harmony.

Professional Cookie Baking Secrets for Perfect Gooey Reese's Cheesecake Results

Dough Chilling: Brief chilling prevents excessive spreading while maintaining gooey centers.

Underbaking Key: Remove cookies when centers look underdone for perfect gooey texture.

Cream Cheese Temperature: Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for smooth incorporation.

Candy Chopping: Roughly chop Reese's cups for varied texture and chocolate-peanut butter bursts.

Storage Secret: Store with slice of bread to maintain soft, gooey texture longer.

Size Matters: Large cookies retain gooey centers better than smaller ones.

Ultimate Gooey Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cookies with Chocolate Chunks

Name: Ultimate Gooey Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cookies with Chocolate Chunks
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Cookie Base:; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; For the Cheesecake Element:; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 large egg; 2 large egg yolks; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; For the Peanut Butter Component:; 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/4 cup powdered peanut butter; 2 tablespoons peanut butter extract; For the Reese's Magic:; 20 Reese's peanut butter cups, chopped; 1 cup Reese's pieces candy; 1/2 cup mini Reese's cups; For the Chocolate Addition:; 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks; 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips; 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips; For the Gooey Factor:; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon instant pudding mix; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; For the Finishing Touch:; Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Indulgent gooey cheesecake cookies loaded with Reese's peanut butter cups, cream cheese, and chocolate chunks. These irresistible soft-baked cookies combine the rich tanginess of cheesecake with the beloved peanut butter-chocolate flavor of Reese's candy, creating thick, pillowy cookies with a gooey center and slightly crispy edges. Perfect for peanut butter lovers and cookie enthusiasts who crave the ultimate dessert experience that brings together two classic treats in one extraordinary cookie.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

12 Minutes

Total Time

32 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Cookie Base:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Element:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 large egg

2 large egg yolks

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Peanut Butter Component:

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

1/4 cup powdered peanut butter

2 tablespoons peanut butter extract

For the Reese's Magic:

20 Reese's peanut butter cups, chopped

1 cup Reese's pieces candy

1/2 cup mini Reese's cups

For the Chocolate Addition:

1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks

1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

For the Gooey Factor:

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon instant pudding mix

2 tablespoons heavy cream

For the Finishing Touch:

Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Extra Reese's pieces for topping

Powdered sugar for dusting

For Special Equipment:

Large mixing bowls

Electric mixer

Cookie scoops

Parchment paper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch.

Cream softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.

Beat in softened cream cheese until completely smooth and combined.

Add creamy peanut butter and mix until well incorporated throughout.

Beat in whole egg, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Add peanut butter extract and instant pudding mix, mixing well.

Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined, don't overmix.

Fold in chopped Reese's cups, Reese's pieces, and chocolate chunks gently.

Add heavy cream and mix briefly to create extra gooey texture.

Chill dough for 15 minutes to make handling easier and prevent spreading.

Using cookie scoop, form large 2-inch balls of dough on prepared sheets.

Press additional Reese's pieces and chocolate chunks on top of each.

Sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt for flavor contrast enhancement.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look underdone.

Remove from oven when centers still appear slightly gooey and soft.

Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring.

Cool on wire rack until set but still warm for best texture.

Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving for elegant presentation.

Store in airtight container to maintain gooey texture and freshness.

Serve warm or at room temperature for optimal gooey experience.

Ultimate Gooey Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cookies with Chocolate Chunks

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