Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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Soft, chewy, and stuffed with creamy cheesecake flavor

Say hello to your new favorite cookie! 🍪✨ These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies combine the best of two desserts: the soft, chewy goodness of a chocolate chip cookie with the creamy tang of cheesecake. Each bite has melty chocolate chips wrapped around a subtle cheesecake filling—making them extra indulgent but surprisingly easy to whip up. Perfect for bake sales, holiday cookie exchanges, or just when you need a cozy sweet treat at home. Bonus? This recipe is available as a digital download, so you can save, print, or share it with friends for quick access anytime you crave them. 🧾🍫

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Bake Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 2 minutes
  • Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients List

For the Cookie Dough:

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Make cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop teaspoon-sized balls onto a parchment-lined sheet and freeze for 20–30 minutes.
  2. Prepare cookie dough: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips. 🍫
  3. Assemble cookies: Scoop cookie dough, flatten slightly, and wrap around a cheesecake ball, sealing edges. Place on lined baking sheet.
  4. Chill dough: Refrigerate assembled cookies for 30 minutes (this helps prevent spreading).
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 11–13 minutes, until edges are golden and centers soft.
  6. Cool & enjoy: Let cookies rest 5 minutes before transferring to a rack. Serve warm for gooey centers! 🍪✨

Pro Tips

  • Freeze Filling: Keep cheesecake centers firm so they’re easier to wrap.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer-Friendly: Freeze unbaked cookies and bake straight from frozen (add 2–3 extra minutes).
  • Flavor Twist: Add white chocolate chips or mini M&Ms for extra fun! 🎉

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 cookie2103g27g10g1g17g