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Swirled Chocolate and Vanilla Cheesecake Cookies – Easy Dessert Recipe

Swirled Chocolate and Vanilla Cheesecake Cookies – Easy Dessert Recipe


Description

If you’re a fan of both chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake, you’re in for a heavenly dessert experience! These Swirled Chocolate and Vanilla Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful combination of rich chocolate, creamy vanilla, and soft, chewy textures that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to make these deliciously marbled cookies, plus helpful baking tips, storage instructions, and serving suggestions. Let’s dive into the world of these irresistible swirled cheesecake cookies!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Cookie Dough:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chocolate chips, melted

For the Cheesecake Swirl:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step1: Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:
✔️ Flour
✔️ Baking soda
✔️ Salt

Set aside for later use.

Step3: Cream the Butter and Sugars

In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

Step4: Add the Wet Ingredients

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step5: Incorporate the Dry Ingredients

Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.

Step6: Melt the Chocolate Chips

Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step7: Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture

In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step8: Create the Swirl Effect

Divide the cookie dough into two equal portions:

  • Mix the melted chocolate into one portion.
  • Leave the other portion plain.

On a lightly floured surface, drop spoonfuls of each dough next to each other. Gently swirl them together to create a marbled effect.

Step9: Scoop and Bake

Use a cookie scoop to form dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.

Step10: Cool and Serve

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your Swirled Chocolate and Vanilla Cheesecake Cookies with a glass of milk or hot coffee!

Notes

Use Room Temperature Ingredients – This ensures smooth mixing and even texture.
Don’t Overmix the Dough – Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.
Chill the Dough (Optional) – If you want thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Use High-Quality Chocolate – Dark or semi-sweet chocolate gives the best flavor.
Swirl Gently – Overmixing the dough will blend the colors instead of creating a marble effect.