Cream Cheese Stuffed Brownie Cookies (Printable Version)

Decadent brownie cookies with a creamy filling for a simple, irresistible dessert. Quick and delicious for any occasion.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Cream Cheese Filling

01 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Brownie Cookie Dough

04 - 1 box brownie mix (18–19 ounces)
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)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
03 - In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix and all-purpose flour. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and water; mix until just blended. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of brownie dough and gently flatten each disc in your palm.
05 - Place 1 teaspoon of prepared cream cheese filling at the center of each dough disc. Fold dough around filling, pinch to seal, then roll into a ball.
06 - Space stuffed dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
07 - Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • No one will guess these cookies came from a mix, thanks to their fudge-like texture and hidden creaminess.
  • They turn out perfectly every time, even when you're distracted or pressed for time.
02 -
  • If the cream cheese mixture feels sticky, extra chilling is your friend—you'll thank yourself when stuffing gets easier.
  • Discovering that the brownie mix must be barely mixed (not overworked) kept the cookies chewy, never cakey.
03 -
  • Chilling the dough for a few minutes if it's sticky helps prevent mess and frustration.
  • Rolling the dough tightly around the filling keeps that creamy center from leaking during baking.
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