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Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Mix the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Using a spatula, gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Scoop and Arrange: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.

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