1️⃣ Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2️⃣ Cream the Wet Ingredients

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

3️⃣ Incorporate Egg and Vanilla

Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined and smooth.

4️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.

5️⃣ Fold in Chocolate Chips

Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

6️⃣ Shape the Cookies

Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7️⃣ Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.

8️⃣ Cool the Cookies

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.