Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic, offering a richer, chewier texture and a subtle tang from the cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 dozen cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Beat in granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easy creaming.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding the dry ingredients, as this can lead to tough cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 kcal (estimated)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g (estimated)
- Sodium: Approximately 50-70mg (estimated)
- Fat: Approximately 9-12g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 4-5g (estimated)
- Trans Fat: 0g (estimated)
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 18-22g (estimated)
- Fiber: Approximately 1g (estimated)
- Protein: Approximately 2g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: Approximately 30-40mg (estimated)