Craving a sweet treat that’s both creamy and chocolatey? These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect blend of cheesecake and rich chocolate chips that will delight your taste buds! Bite into these heavenly cookies and enjoy the best of both worlds!

Ingredients:
1 cup granulated sugar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup packed brown sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
2. Cream Together Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add Sugars and Egg: Next, add both the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract into the bowl. Mix until everything is well combined. Then, add in the large egg and beat again until smooth.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This will help ensure even distribution throughout the dough later on.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add your dry mixture into the bowl with the cream cheese mixture. Stir gently until just combined; don’t overmix!
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly dispersed throughout your cookie dough.
7. Portion and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or your hands, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring to keep about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
8. Bake to Perfection: Place your cookies in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Look for lightly golden edges. The centers may appear slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
9. Cool Down: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Let them cool completely before diving in!

Nutritional Information: Each cookie contains approximately 150 calories, with 7g of fat, 20g of carbohydrates, and 1g of protein. Perfectly satisfying and sweet!

Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 10-12 minutes