Description
Do you love the combination of soft, chewy cookies and creamy cheesecake? If so, you’re in for a treat! These soft and chewy chocolate chip cheesecake cookies are the perfect blend of sweet, creamy, and chocolatey goodness. They’re easy to make and absolutely delicious. Follow this guide to create a batch of these irresistible cookies that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it’s heating up, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Cream the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Mix until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Using a spatula, gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Arrange: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or store in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Notes
- Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened to blend smoothly with the butter and sugar.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the recipe. Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
- Chocolate Chips: Semi-sweet chocolate chips balance the sweetness of the dough. You can also try dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American