Description

These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies bring together the creamy tang of cheesecake with sweet chocolate chips in a soft, chewy cookie that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy, crowd‑pleasing dessert recipe uses simple pantry staples like cream cheese, butter, sugar, and flour, delivering a bakery‑level treat without the fuss. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or a quick snack, these cookies stay tender and flavorful, making them a go‑to favorite for chocolate lovers. Enjoy with milk, pure joy.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add sugar and mix, then beat in egg and vanilla extract.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Drop tablespoon‑sized portions onto the prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake 12‑15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheet briefly, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 15 minutes before baking. For extra flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder or toasted nuts. Store in an airtight container
they stay fresh for up to four days or freeze for three months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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