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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies deliver a decadent fusion of creamy tangy cheesecake and melty chocolate chips, resulting in irresistibly soft, chewy cookies with gooey centers. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a unique twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie using simple ingredients for a homemade treat that melts in your mouth.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese and Butter: Begin by softening the cream cheese and butter to room temperature. This allows both to cream together smoothly, creating the ultimate velvety base for the dough without lumps.
  2. Cream Sugars and Wet Ingredients: Using a mixer, combine the softened butter and cream cheese with both granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, blending well to develop a light, smooth batter.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients Separately: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents and prevents clumping in your cookies.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet batter, mixing just until combined. Overmixing may result in tough cookies, so be gentle to maintain tenderness.
  5. Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough, ensuring that every cookie gets a generous amount of gooey chocolate.
  6. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour. Chilling firms up the dough, helps prevent spreading during baking, and enhances flavors.
  7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This step locks in the softness and gooey center.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and smooth dough texture.
  • Don’t overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and prevent gluten development.
  • Chill the dough for at least one hour to help cookies hold their shape and intensify flavor.
  • Measure flour properly using the spoon and level method to avoid dense cookies.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperature and avoid overbaking fragile cheesecake cookies.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on warm cookies for an elevated flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: chocolate chip, cheesecake cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, dessert, homemade cookies, gooey cookies