Julia Walton
If you’ve ever dreamed of the perfect dessert mashup, these Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies are it. Imagine soft, buttery chocolate chip cookies hugging a creamy cheesecake filling that melts in your mouth with every bite. The contrast of warm cookie dough and cool, velvety cheesecake is pure indulgence.
These cookies aren’t just treats; they’re showstoppers. Perfect for parties, holiday cookie trays, or simply a sweet evening at home, they combine two classic desserts in the best possible way. Whether you serve them fresh out of the oven or chilled, they’ll leave everyone asking for seconds.
What Makes These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies So Special?
It’s all about texture and flavor. The cookie base is soft and slightly chewy with rich chocolate chips scattered throughout. Inside, the creamy cheesecake filling gives a tangy sweetness that balances the richness of the cookie dough. Each bite is like getting two desserts in one—no plate or fork required.
Ingredients for the Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Cream Cheese: The star of the filling, providing that rich, tangy cheesecake flavor.
Butter: Gives the cookie its soft, buttery texture and enhances flavor.
Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar: The combination creates depth of flavor and helps keep the cookies chewy.
Egg: Adds structure to the dough and helps bind everything together.
Vanilla Extract: Elevates the overall flavor with a warm, sweet aroma.
All-Purpose Flour: Provides the structure for the cookie dough.
Baking Soda: Helps the cookies rise and stay soft in the center.
Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
Chocolate Chips: The star of the cookie portion, giving bursts of chocolate in every bite.
How To Make the Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
Beat softened cream cheese, a little sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Scoop small teaspoons of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes. This makes it easier to wrap the dough around later.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Stir in chocolate chips.
Step 3: Assemble the Cookies
Take a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it slightly, and place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center. Cover with another small piece of dough, sealing the edges completely so the filling doesn’t leak.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look just set. Don’t overbake—soft centers mean gooey goodness.
Step 5: Cool and Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm for a melty cheesecake center or chill for a firmer bite.
Serving and Storing Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
These cookies taste incredible both warm and chilled. Serve them slightly warm for an oozy, molten cheesecake center or refrigerate for a firmer, traditional cheesecake texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months—just thaw at room temperature or reheat gently in the microwave.
What to Serve With Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies?
1. Cold Milk
Nothing beats the classic combo of cookies and milk, especially when they’re rich and creamy like these.
2. Hot Coffee or Espresso
The slight bitterness of coffee balances the sweetness of the cookies perfectly.
3. Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Sandwich the cookies with a scoop for an over-the-top dessert.
4. Fresh Berries
Strawberries or raspberries add a bright, fruity contrast.
5. Whipped Cream
A dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream makes them feel extra decadent.
6. Caramel Drizzle
Warm caramel sauce pairs beautifully with the cheesecake filling.
7. Hot Chocolate
For a cozy winter treat, dip these cookies into rich, creamy hot chocolate.
8. Cheesecake Fruit Salad
A fresh, creamy side dish that echoes the cheesecake flavors.
Want More Cookie Ideas with a Twist?
If you love these Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies, you’ll probably enjoy these other favorites:
- Caramel Cheesecake Cookies for a gooey caramel twist.
- Condensed Milk Snow Cookies for melt-in-your-mouth sweetness.
- Rice Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies if you love a bit of crunch.
- Strawberry Cream Cheese Crumble Cookies for a fruity cheesecake spin.
- Jimmy Carter’s Grandmother’s Peanut Butter Cookies for a nostalgic peanut butter classic.
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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 113 g cream cheese softened
- 30 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 115 g unsalted butter softened
- 100 g brown sugar
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 190 g all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 150 g chocolate chips
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop teaspoons onto a baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Flatten dough, place frozen cheesecake ball inside, and seal edges with extra dough.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or chilled.