Cheesecake Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened.
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
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1 cup granulated sugar.
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1 large egg.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
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1/4 teaspoon salt.
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
# Instructions:
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Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Beat cream cheese, butter, and sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
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Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add dry mix to wet ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool a few minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing.
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Chill dough 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
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Stores 5 days at room temperature.
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Can freeze up to 2 months.
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Don't overmix after adding flour.