Fudge Filled Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (255 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 can (7 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 4 cups (508 grams) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ((optional))
• 2 sticks (226 grams) unsalted butter, (at cool room temperature)
• 4 ounces cream cheese, (at room temperature)
• 2 cups (400 grams) packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps

1. 1

   In a small saucepan set over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Heat until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to combine.

4. 4

   In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter, cream cheese, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until combined. On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture and beat until incorporated.

5. 5

   Scoop a heaping tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten into a disk. Scoop a 1/2 teaspoon of the fudge in the center of each disk of dough. Cover with another heaping tablespoon of cookie dough. Repeat for the remaining dough and fudge.

6. 6

   Bake for about 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving, or moving to a wire rack to cool completely. Best served warm!