Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Cookies
Chocolate and cream cheese are a timeless combination, and these cookies showcase that pairing beautifully. Soft, tender, and packed with chocolate chips, they have a rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture that make them impossible to resist. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday trays, or an everyday sweet treat, these cookies bring a touch of homemade comfort to any occasion.
Serve them fresh from the oven with a cold glass of milk, a hot mug of coffee, or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra-special dessert.
Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Cookies 🍪
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter, softened | ½ cup |
| Cream cheese, softened | 4 oz |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Large egg | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| All-purpose flour | 1Âľ cups |
| Baking powder | ½ tsp |
| Baking soda | ½ tsp |
| Salt | ÂĽ tsp |
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 1 cup |
Directions
1. Prepare the Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Cream the Butter and Cream Cheese
In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sugar and continue mixing until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until a soft dough forms.
5. Fold in the Chocolate Chips
Gently stir in the chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Bake
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
7. Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Serving Tip
For an extra indulgent touch, serve these cookies with fresh berries, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
