Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightful cream cheese chocolate chip cookies featuring a soft and chewy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Ensure it's softened for better mixing.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Use packed for the right sweetness.
- 2 pieces eggs They should be at room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into measuring cup and level off.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use high-quality chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add the granulated sugar and packed brown sugar, and beat until well combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until everything is combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Prepare baking sheets leaving them ungreased.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
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Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.