Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
09 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

→ Mix-ins

11 - 2 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks

# Instructions:

01 - Beat butter, cream cheese, sugars, egg, and vanilla for 5 minutes with stand mixer (or 7 minutes with hand mixer) until light and fluffy.
02 - Mix in flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until just combined, about 1 minute.
03 - Fold in chocolate chips and chunks.
04 - Scoop into 2-inch mounds, flatten slightly, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 5 days.
05 - Bake at 350°F for 8-9 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly undercooked. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet.

# Notes:

01 - Use block or spreadable cream cheese, not light or whipped
02 - Dough must be chilled before baking
03 - Can be frozen for up to 3 months