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Ultimate Soft Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies

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Make these soft and chewy chocolate chip cheesecake cookies featuring a rich, creamy center. This easy recipe delivers bakery-style cookies perfect for parties or satisfying a sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the 2 large eggs one at a time, then mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  6. Prepare the cheesecake filling: Beat the 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg yolk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of the cheesecake filling in the center.
  8. Wrap the cookie dough completely around the filling, shaping it into a ball. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Let the cheesecake cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the best creamy center, make sure your cream cheese for both the dough and the filling is fully softened to room temperature.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping if your kitchen is warm; this helps prevent spreading.
  • You can substitute the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for variation.

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