Cheesecake-Filled Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies filled with a creamy cheesecake center. Perfect for dessert or gatherings!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Chocolate chips
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
Optional Serving Suggestions
- 1 glass Cold milk Pairs well with the cookies
- 1 scoop Vanilla or chocolate ice cream
- Drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix well. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten slightly, and place 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center. Cover with more dough and roll into a ball.
Baking
- Place on baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool slightly before transferring to wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months between parchment layers. Reheat in microwave for 10–15 seconds or in a toaster oven at 300°F for 5 minutes.