Delicious and Healthier Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in these guilt-free chocolate chip cookies that are made healthier by using reduced-fat ingredients and less added sugar. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with chocolatey goodness. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without derailing your healthy eating goals.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and well combined.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until smooth.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!

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