Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Indulge in the delicious combination of creamy cheesecake and chocolate chips with these quick and easy cookie delights. Perfect for any gathering!
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened) Use softened cream cheese for the best texture.
- 1/2 cup butter (softened) Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Standard granulated sugar.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed) Use packed brown sugar for moisture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract is recommended.
- 1 large egg Room temperature egg works best.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Measuring correctly is key for perfect cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Regular table salt will work.
Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or your choice) Feel free to mix types as desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Mix in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and the egg; mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamy mixture, mixing until flour is fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet to finish cooking.
Notes
For perfectly round cookies, use a cookie scoop. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.