Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies 🍪
✨ Love chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake? Get the best of both worlds with these Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies—soft, gooey, and filled with a creamy surprise! 🍫🧀💛
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 cup packed brown sugar 🍬
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 🍦
- 3 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 teaspoon baking soda ⚗️
- ½ teaspoon salt 🧂
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 🍫
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
- ¼ cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🍦
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate while making the dough.
2. Make the Cookie Dough:
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Gradually stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined—don’t overmix!
Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly.
Place 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center.
Top with another tablespoon of dough and seal the edges.
Repeat, placing cookies 2 inches apart.
4. Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are soft.
Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍽️ Prep Time: 20 minutes | Bake Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Yield: About 18–20 stuffed cookies
🍪 Each bite is a dreamy combo of melty chocolate, buttery dough, and creamy cheesecake—perfect for any sweet tooth!