Candy Cane Oreo Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

Candy Cane Oreo Cheesecake Cookies

These Candy Cane Oreo Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! With the creamy filling of cheesecake, chunks of Oreo cookies, and a delightful peppermint flavor, they’re sure to be a hit at any festive gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (or peppermint candy)
• Optional: additional crushed candy canes for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Make the cream cheese mixture:

• In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
• Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
• Beat in the egg until smooth.

3. Combine the dry ingredients:

• In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry mixture to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined.

4. Fold in the mix-ins:

• Gently fold in the chopped Oreo cookies and crushed candy canes until evenly distributed.

5. Scoop and bake:

• Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• If desired, sprinkle a little crushed candy canes on top of each cookie.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look a little soft, but they will firm up as they cool.

6. Cool and enjoy:

• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the fridge for a longer shelf life.
• Variations: You can swap the Oreos for other flavored sandwich cookies, or add chocolate chips for extra sweetness!
• Decorate: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra festive touch.

Enjoy these delicious Candy Cane Oreo Cheesecake Cookies as a sweet addition to your holiday festivities!