Fudgy brownie cookies with a creamy, sweet cheese center offering a rich, indulgent flavor in each bite.
# Components:
→ Cream Cheese Filling
01 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Brownie Cookie Dough
04 - 1 box brownie mix (18-19 oz)
05 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
08 - 2 tablespoons water
09 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, optional
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up before using.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix and all-purpose flour.
04 - Add eggs, vegetable oil, and water to the dry mixture. Mix until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips if using.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of brownie dough and gently flatten each into a disc shape using your hands.
06 - Place 1 teaspoon of chilled cream cheese filling in the center of each dough disc. Fold the dough around the filling, pinch the edges to seal, and roll gently into a ball.
07 - Space the stuffed dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
