Magic Cookie Muffins

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, gooey muffins combining chocolate chip cookie dough, creamy cheesecake filling, and toasted coconut.
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Magic Cookie Muffins

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1674.8

Description

These Magic Cookie Muffins deliver an indulgent triple-layer experience in every bite. The base features soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie dough studded with crunchy walnuts, swirled with pockets of rich, tangy cream cheese. Topped with a layer of sweetened flaked coconut, they bake into golden, moist treats that are incredibly satisfying. The optional addition of coffee-flavored liqueur poured over the warm muffins adds a sophisticated, aromatic depth that complements the chocolate and coconut beautifully. Perfect for brunches, holiday parties, or as a decadent after-dinner dessert, these muffins bring a homemade, comforting warmth to any occasion. They are easy to assemble using simple pantry staples and require minimal effort for maximum flavor impact.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Line 12 standard muffin cups with paper baking liners.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the softened refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough and softened cream cheese.
  4. Stir in the flaked coconut until evenly distributed throughout the dough mixture.
  5. Spoon the dough mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While still warm, carefully pour 1 to 2 teaspoons of coffee-flavored liqueur over each muffin.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  9. Remove muffins from the pan and serve warm, or allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1674.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 145.4g224%
Saturated Fat 100.5g503%
Cholesterol 174.0mg58%
Sodium 723.5mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 71.2g24%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g73%
Sugars 44.7g
Protein 20.7g42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate chip, cookie dough, cream cheese, coconut, dessert muffins, walnuts, baking, liqueur, coffee flavor, holiday treat, brunch, indulgent, moist, chewy, sweet, easy recipe, comfort food, party food, after dinner, make ahead
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