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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies

Close-up of two halves of a chocolate chip cheesecake cookie showing the gooey cheesecake filling and melted chocolate chips.
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Make soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies with a rich, tangy cheesecake swirl baked inside for a decadent fusion dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a small bowl, beat the 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg yolk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the 1 cup butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 1/2 cups sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar until combined. Mix in the 2 eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. To assemble the cookies: Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place about 1 teaspoon of the prepared cheesecake filling in the center. Gently wrap the cookie dough around the filling, sealing it completely. Roll into a ball.
  5. Place the dough balls on baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a distinct swirl effect instead of stuffing, drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the sheet, then top with a small dollop of the cheesecake mixture and gently swirl with a knife tip before baking.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping to help the cookies maintain their shape during baking.
  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor in this gourmet chocolate chip cookie recipe.

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