Description
Delight in these soft and tender Chip Cheesecake Cookies, where the cream cheese in the dough lends a rich, creamy texture that perfectly complements the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Baked to golden perfection, these cookies feature a slightly crisp edge with a soft center, making for an irresistible treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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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
Add-ins
- 1 ¼ cups (213 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Calibrate your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even baking and to prevent sticking.
- Craft Creamy Foundation: In a mixing bowl, whip together softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to emulsify all components.
- Construct Dry Blend: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and avoid any lumps in the dough.
- Harmonize Dough: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a tender texture. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape and Position: Form the dough into uniformly sized rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Ensure they are spaced adequately to allow for expansion during baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn golden while the centers remain soft and pillowy.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet briefly to stabilize, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely and allow flavors to develop fully.
Notes
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother dough.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to shape dough rounds.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Adding a pinch of espresso powder can enhance the chocolate flavor if desired.
