If you’re a fan of soft, tender chocolate chip cookies, you are in for a real treat today. I’m so excited to share two of my absolute favorite recipes that guarantee a delightful, soft texture every time you bake.
These recipes are perfect for anyone looking to bake up a batch of incredibly comforting cookies. You’ll find options for classic soft batch cookies and a fun cream cheese version that adds extra richness. Let’s get baking!
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Soft Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies: Classic & Comforting
These soft batch chocolate chip cookies are everything you dream of in a classic cookie. They are incredibly tender with a rich chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
I know you’ll love how simple they are to make, resulting in a batch of cookies that everyone will ask for again and again.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Soft Batch Cookies
- More Brown Sugar: Using a higher ratio of brown sugar to white sugar helps keep these cookies wonderfully soft and adds a lovely chewiness.
- Slightly Underbake: For the ultimate soft batch texture, remove the cookies from the oven when the edges are just set but the centers still look a little doughy. They will finish cooking as they cool.
What You Need for Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 2 dozen cookies
How to Make Your Soft Batch Cookies
Step 1: Prep & Cream
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with both brown and granulated sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until it’s fully combined.
Step 3: Combine Dry & Wet
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Fold & Bake
Gently fold in the chocolate chips. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack.
📝 Final Note
For the freshest taste, store any leftover soft batch cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Softbatch Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies: Extra Tender
These cream cheese chocolate chip cookies offer an extra level of softness and a subtle tang that makes them truly special. The cream cheese ensures a moist and wonderfully tender bite.
If you’re looking for a chocolate chip cookie that stands out, you simply have to try this amazing softbatch version. They are a delightful change from the usual!
Key Ingredients & Tips for Cream Cheese Cookies
- Cream Cheese Magic: The addition of cream cheese is key! It keeps the cookies incredibly moist, adds a delicate richness, and helps maintain that soft texture.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature. This helps them cream together smoothly, leading to a better cookie texture.
What You Need for Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 2 ½ dozen cookies
How to Make Your Cream Cheese Cookies
Step 1: Prep & Cream Fats
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until they are smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Add Sugars & Egg
Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter-cream cheese mixture and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
Step 3: Dry Ingredients & Chocolate
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing just until no streaks of flour remain. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
Step 4: Scoop & Bake
Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden, but the centers are still soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
📝 Final Note
These cream cheese cookies stay soft for days! Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature to enjoy their freshness.