Description
Indulgent chocolate chip cookies with a creamy cheesecake surprise center – the perfect marriage of two beloved desserts in one irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Form into 18 small balls and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into butter mixture. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop cookie dough, flatten, place frozen cheesecake ball in center, and wrap dough around it completely.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Notes
- Keep cheesecake balls frozen until ready to use
- Allow cookies to cool completely before serving
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg