Indulge in the delightful blend of creamy and chocolatey flavors with these Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfect for those who love a twist on the classic cookie, this recipe combines the richness of cream cheese with the sweetness of chocolate chips, resulting in a soft, chewy, and utterly delicious treat.
Preparation: Start by lining your baking sheets with parchment paper and setting them aside. Ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing.
Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
Add Sugars: Add both the light brown sugar and granulated sugar to the creamed mixture. Continue to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, ensuring they are fully integrated into the mixture.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks gently, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This step is crucial as it helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances the flavors.
Preheat Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden but the centers are still soft.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve your Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients, especially butter and cream cheese, are at room temperature for easier mixing.
Do not overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender.
Chilling the dough is essential for flavor development and to prevent spreading.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Variations: Feel free to add nuts, white chocolate chips, or dried fruits for a personalized touch.