Description
Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic treat. These cookies boast a rich, creamy texture thanks to the addition of cream cheese, which perfectly balances the sweetness of chocolate chips. Soft and chewy with a hint of tanginess, they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and evoke nostalgic memories. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy evenings at home to festive gatherings, these cookies will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; slowly fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop generous mounds of dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before enjoying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 138
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg