# Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Immerse yourself in a world of dessert-inspired decadence with these exquisite Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies. This beautiful fusion of a classic cheesecake and a warm chocolate chip cookie is perfect for soothing your dessert cravings.
#### Duration:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Baking Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 25-27 minutes
#### Ingredients:
What you will need for this recipe:
– 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
– 4 oz of cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup of granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup of brown sugar, packed
– 1 large egg
– 1 tsp of vanilla extract
– 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp of baking powder
– 1/2 tsp of baking soda
– 1/4 tsp of salt
– 1 cup of chocolate chips
#### Directions:
The process to create these cookies:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a sheet of parchment paper on a tray.
2. Bring together the butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat them until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the granulated sugar and packed brown sugar, continually beating until it is light and fluffy.
3. Proceed to mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a different bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder and a dash of salt. Add this dry mixture progressively to the creamy mix, making sure to beat it at a low speed to avoid clumping.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly to ensure each cookie gets a good amount of chocolate.
6. Form tablespoon-sized balls of dough and arrange them neatly on the lined baking sheet. Remember to keep a 2 inches gap between each dough ball.
7. Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10-12 minutes. The cookies should have a golden hue around the edges but still soft at the center.
8. Finally, leave the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack for complete cooling.
Relish these perfect morsels of sweet indulgence with a glass of milk or a cup of your favorite coffee.
## How to Serve Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies are perfect for any occasion. You can serve them as an evening snack with hot tea or coffee, or as a dessert after a meal. They also make great festive or party treats.
## How to Store Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature. They can stay fresh for up to a week. If you wish to preserve them for an extended period, you can also freeze them.
## Tips to Make Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
1. Measure your ingredients accurately for the best outcome.
2. Allow your butter and cream cheese to reach room temperature before beginning the recipe.
3. Do not overbake the cookies. Check them at the 10 minutes mark, they should be browned at the edges but soft in the center.
## Variation
For a twist, you can substitute the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips. For a festive version of these cookies, add a handful of red and green M&M’s.
## FAQs
Q1. Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months. Just shape them into balls and lay them on a baking sheet to freeze. Once frozen, move them to a freezer bag.
Q2. Can I substitute the sugars?
You can substitute the granulated sugar with coconut sugar or raw cane sugar. The brown sugar can be substituted with dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
Q3. Can I use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour?
We recommend sticking to all-purpose flour for this recipe. If you want to use self-rising flour, omit the baking powder and salt as self-rising flour already contains these ingredients.