Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Nothing beats the warm, gooey goodness of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, especially when they’re super soft! This recipe for Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies combines cream cheese with butter to create a soft and chewy texture that will melt in your mouth. Perfect for snack time, dessert, or even a sweet treat to share with friends, these cookies are simply irresistible.
Why Make This Recipe
Why should you make this recipe? For starters, these cookies are incredibly easy to whip up. With simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen, you can bake a batch in no time. The addition of cream cheese enhances the flavor and keeps the cookies soft for days. Whether you’re a chocolate lover or just in need of a comforting cookie, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings!
How to Make Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the cream cheese and butter in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until the batter becomes fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking soda.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How to Serve Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are best served warm, straight from the oven. For an extra treat, enjoy them with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. You can also sprinkle a little sea salt on top for a sweet and salty flavor combination!
How to Store Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the cookies. Place them in a freezer-safe bag and store them in the freezer for up to three months. Just let them thaw at room temperature before enjoying!
Tips to Make Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Make sure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
- Don’t overmix the dough once you add the dry ingredients; mix until just combined for soft cookies.
- For an extra soft texture, try chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
Variation
You can customize this recipe by adding nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, or using different types of chocolate chips, like dark chocolate or white chocolate. You could also add a touch of cinnamon for a different flavor twist!
FAQs
1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can substitute margarine for the butter, but it may slightly change the flavor and texture.
2. How can I make these cookies gluten-free?
To make them gluten-free, replace regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
3. What if I don’t have cream cheese?
You can use sour cream or Greek yogurt as a substitute for cream cheese, but the texture may vary slightly.
Enjoy baking these delicious Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies! They are sure to become a family favorite.
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Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Super Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies are irresistibly warm and gooey, made with cream cheese for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the cream cheese and butter in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until the batter becomes fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking soda.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra softness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, dessert, baking, soft cookies