Description
These Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the classic, beloved flavors of chocolate chip cookies with a creamy cheesecake filling at the center. The soft and chewy cookie dough envelops a rich, sweet cream cheese core that melts wonderfully while baking, creating a delightful surprise in every bite. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking an indulgent treat, these cookies are great for parties, holidays, or simply treating yourself.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Chill Dough: Cover the cookie dough and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up, which helps in easier handling and prevents spreading during baking.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Using a teaspoon, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls. Place these balls on a parchment-lined plate and freeze for 15 to 20 minutes until firm.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Take a frozen cheesecake ball and place it in the center of the dough. Wrap the dough completely around the cheesecake ball, sealing all edges to encase the filling fully. Place each assembled cookie on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown and the centers are just set. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the filling set and prevents breaking.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese filling is well chilled before assembling to prevent leaking during baking.
- You can prepare and freeze the assembled cookie dough balls in advance and bake them straight from frozen. Just add 2 to 3 extra minutes to the baking time.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to set on the baking sheet.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
