Name: Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 47 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; ¾ cup brown sugar; ¼ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)

Introduction

There’s something magical about combining cheesecake and chocolate chip cookies. These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies offer a soft, chewy texture with the creamy tanginess of cream cheese and gooey chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, they taste like a delightful bakery treat made right in your kitchen.

A stack of seven chocolate chip cookies sits on a white plate on a white marbled surface. The cookies are golden brown with darker edges and have many dark chocolate chips embedded throughout their bumpy, soft texture. The top cookie is broken in half and reveals a rich, creamy white filling layer above a moist dark brown layer in the center, surrounded by the golden outer cookie dough. In the background, more cookies are scattered out of focus. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Instructions

Step 1: Cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Step 2: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft and tender.

Step 5: Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.

Step 6: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and improve texture.

Step 7: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and set. The centers may look slightly underdone but will firm upon cooling.

Step 10: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying.

Tips & Variations

Use full-fat cream cheese for the best creaminess and flavor.

Do not overmix the dough to avoid dense cookies.

Chill the dough for up to an hour to reduce spreading and enhance flavor.

Try mixing different types of chocolate chips or adding a pinch of cinnamon for variation.

For larger, bakery-style cookies, scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and bake for 13-14 minutes.

FAQs

Can I use low-fat cream cheese instead of full-fat?

While you can use low-fat cream cheese, it may affect the texture and creaminess of the cookies, making them less tender and rich.

Why should I chill the cookie dough before baking?

Chilling the dough helps prevent excessive spreading during baking, resulting in thicker, chewier cookies. It also allows the flavors to develop more fully.