Description
hese Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies are the ultimate dessert for cookie lovers! They combine the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the classic chocolate chip cookie flavor. With a soft and chewy center and a delightful tang from the cream cheese, these cookies are irresistible and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your deliciously soft and creamy chocolate chip cheesecake cookies!
Notes
- For a twist, you can add some mini chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
- If you prefer a more tangy cheesecake flavor, add 1-2 tablespoons of sour cream to the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: ~180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg