Description
Indulge in the heavenly combination of Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookies, where two beloved desserts unite to create an unforgettable treat. These cookies feature a rich chocolate chip cookie base filled with a creamy cheesecake center that oozes deliciousness in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, they’re sure to impress at parties or satisfy your sweet cravings at home. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can whip up a batch of these delightful cookies effortlessly.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream melted butter with both sugars until smooth; mix in the eggs and vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Form cookie dough balls, create small cavities for the cheesecake filling, seal them up, and bake for 15-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to add zest or extracts to the cheesecake filling for extra flavor variations.