Choco-Cheesecake Cookie Bites

Choco-Cheesecake Cookie Bites
These Choco-Cheesecake Cookie Bites are a heavenly treat, combining the rich, fudgy goodness of brownie-like cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake filling. These cookie bites have a delightful chocolatey base, a tangy cheesecake center, and a marbled swirl of both layers for a decadent dessert!

Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy removal.

Make the Brownie Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, blend the melted butter with the granulated sugar until fully combined. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with the powdered sugar and lemon zest (if using) until creamy and smooth.

Assemble the Cookie Bites:
Pour about 2/3 of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly to cover the base.
Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake filling over the brownie layer, gently spreading it to form a thin layer.
Drizzle or dollop the remaining brownie batter over the cheesecake layer, then use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the two layers for a marbled effect.

Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.

Cool and Cut into Bites:
Remove from the oven and allow the tray to cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the baked mixture out of the tray using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board and cut into small bite-sized squares or rectangles.

Tips:
The lemon zest in the cheesecake layer adds a subtle brightness that complements the richness of the chocolate. You can skip it for a more traditional cheesecake flavor.
These cookie bites are perfect for parties, as they are easy to serve in small, bite-sized portions.
Enjoy these Choco-Cheesecake Cookie Bites as a decadent dessert that combines the best of both worlds โ€” fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake! ๐Ÿช๐Ÿซ

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