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Easy Cheesecake Cookie Cups

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Cheesecake Cookie Cups are bite-sized treats made by baking cookie dough in muffin tins and filling with creamy cheesecake. They’re fun, easy, and perfect for parties, potlucks, or quick desserts.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

  • 1 tube (16 oz) store-bought or homemade cookie dough (sugar or chocolate chip)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

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

Optional Toppings:

  • Fresh berries
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Caramel or chocolate drizzle
  • Crushed cookies or candy

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper cups.
  2. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough into each muffin cup. Press gently to form a base, pushing slightly up the sides.
  3. Bake cookie bases for 8–10 minutes, until lightly golden but not fully set. Remove from oven.
  4. Meanwhile, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla; mix until creamy.
  5. Spoon cheesecake filling into each cookie cup, filling nearly to the top.
  6. Return pan to oven and bake 12–15 minutes, until cheesecake is set and slightly firm to the touch.
  7. Cool in the pan 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Chill in the fridge at least 1 hour.
  8. Top with berries, chocolate drizzle, or desired toppings before serving.

Notes

Store-bought cookie dough saves time, but homemade works too.Pre-baking cookie bases ensures they don’t get soggy.Use mini muffin tins for smaller, bite-sized portions—just reduce bake time.Add lemon zest, almond extract, or cocoa powder to the cheesecake filling for extra flavor.Best served chilled and can be made 1–2 days in advance.

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