Description
Soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies filled with a creamy cheesecake center, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Scoop out 1 teaspoon portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop out 2 tablespoons of cookie dough, flatten it in your palm, and place a frozen cheesecake filling in the center. Cover with another flattened tablespoon of dough, then seal and shape into a ball.
- Place the filled cookie dough balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake chilled cookies for 13–15 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure cheesecake filling is well-frozen to make assembly easier.
- Do not overbake—the centers should remain soft for a gooey texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg