Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Delicious and easy-to-make cookies that blend the rich taste of cheesecake with the sweet flavor of chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to adjust based on preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the sugar and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Beat in the egg until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve cookies warm or at room temperature with a glass of milk or coffee. Optionally sprinkle with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to three months.