Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies

Rich, velvety cream cheese pairs perfectly with sweet, melty chocolate chips in these decadent treats. With a tender, chewy center and crispy edges, these cream cheese chocolate chip cookies are a match made in heaven.

A classic favorite, these soft-baked treats are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 sticks (6 1/2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to make cleanup a breeze.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars (white and brown) until light and fluffy.

Yes, it’s going to take a few minutes, but be patient – it’s worth it! Add the softened cream cheese and mix until smooth.

You might need to stop the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl a time or two to make sure everything gets incorporated.

Next, add the egg and vanilla extract.

Mix until just combined – you don’t want to overbeat the egg.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Stir in those delicious chocolate chips.

You can’t have too many, right?

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

You should end up with around 6 cookies.

Pop the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Make sure to use room temperature butter and cream cheese for a smoother mixing process. If you find that your butter is too cold, try microwaving it for 10-15 seconds to soften it up.

When measuring your flour, make sure to scoop it into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife to get the right amount.

Don’t overmix your dough! This can lead to tough cookies, and nobody likes those. If you want a chewier cookie, bake for 10-11 minutes.

If you prefer a crisper cookie, bake for 13-14 minutes.

These cookies freeze beautifully! Scoop the dough into balls, place them on a baking sheet, and put the sheet in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer the dough balls to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months.

Bake frozen cookies for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 260
• Total Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 34g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 16g
• Protein: 3g