Weight Watchers Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies

Smart Points: 6 (Using Weight Watchers’ current points system; values may vary based on specific brands and ingredient substitutions)

Indulge in a lighter version of these Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies that combines creamy cheesecake with chocolate chip cookie goodness, while keeping your Weight Watchers goals in mind!

Ingredients:

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 3 oz light cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar (or use a sugar substitute to reduce points)

For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough:

  • 1/2 cup light butter (or use a lower-fat butter substitute)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (or a brown sugar substitute)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (or a sugar substitute)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or use a lighter flour alternative)
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or use mini chocolate chips for fewer points; plus more for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
  • Mix the light cream cheese and powdered sugar (or sugar substitute) until smooth.
  • Scoop teaspoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
  1. Prepare the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough:
  • Cream the light butter and brown sugar (or substitute) until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour (or lighter flour alternative), cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  1. Assemble the Cookies:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten slightly, and place a frozen cheesecake filling ball in the center. Wrap the dough around it, ensuring it is completely covered. Add more dough if necessary.
  • Place the stuffed dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Press extra chocolate chips onto the tops of the cookies.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  1. Serve:
  • Enjoy your Cheesecake Stuffed Cookies with a cold glass of milk!

Nutrition Information (per cookie):

  • Calories: 160 kcal
  • SmartPoints: 6 (Using Weight Watchers’ current points system; values may vary based on specific brands and ingredient substitutions)
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g

Feel free to adjust ingredients or portions to better fit your Weight Watchers plan. Enjoy this delicious and lighter treat!