Chocolate Chip Cookies with Cream Cheese
A twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, these are enriched with cream cheese for a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, creamy flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, (choose your preference: dark, milk, or white)
- Optional: chopped nuts, walnuts, pecans, dried fruits (cranberries, cherries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and full-fat cream cheese until smooth. Add both sugars and beat until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and optional add-ins (nuts, dried fruits).
- Chill dough for at least 2 hours to enhance flavor and texture.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, leaving space between cookies.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter, cream cheese, and eggs for smooth mixing.
- Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture and flavor.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to 3 months.
- For a special touch, drizzle with melted chocolate or cream cheese frosting before serving.
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