Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Make rich and creamy chocolate chip cookies with a tangy cheesecake swirl. This recipe delivers soft, indulgent cookies perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 32 min
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- For the Cheesecake Swirl:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Swirl: In a small bowl, beat the 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg yolk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, beat the 1 cup butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until creamy. Add the brown sugar and 3/4 cup granulated sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the 2 eggs one at a time, then mix in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
- Place a small dollop (about 1 teaspoon) of the cheesecake mixture on top of each dough ball. Use a toothpick or knife tip to gently swirl the cheesecake mixture into the cookie dough.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft. Do not overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For the best texture, make sure both sets of cream cheese are fully softened before mixing.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping if your kitchen is warm; this helps prevent spreading.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within three days for maximum softness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 55