Description
Delight in these soft, creamy Chip Cheesecake Cookies that blend the rich tang of cream cheese with the sweet crunch of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly baked to golden edges and tender centers, these cookies offer a luscious twist on a classic favorite and are ideal for any occasion or snack time.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1 ¼ cups (213 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Calibrate your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even baking and easy cookie removal.
- Craft Creamy Foundation: In a mixing bowl, whip together the softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Construct Dry Blend: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to remove lumps and assure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Harmonize Dough: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a tender texture. Mix in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape and Position: Form the dough into consistent-sized rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheets with enough space to allow the cookies to naturally expand while baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cookie edges turn golden while centers remain soft and pillowy.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies rest briefly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing flavors to develop and cookies to set perfectly.
Notes
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are softened for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Do not overmix once flour is added to keep cookies tender.
- Spacing cookies on the baking sheet is important to avoid merging during baking.
- Cookies will firm up as they cool; avoid overbaking to retain softness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
