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Ultimate Softbatch Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Make ultra-soft, thick, and gooey chocolate chip cookies with a rich, slightly tangy, cheesecake-like flavor using cream cheese for a bakery-quality result.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
  2. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the mixture. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Cover the dough and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days, for best texture.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop the chilled dough into balls, about 3 tablespoons each, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  10. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft and puffy.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough for a longer period, such as overnight, results in thicker cookies that spread less during baking.
  • For an extra gooey center, slightly underbake the cookies; they will continue to set as they cool.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese and butter to ensure a smooth dough base.

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