For the Cookie Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1¼ cups chocolate chips

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 6 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup powdered sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.

3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.

5. Fold in chocolate chips. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.

6. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Freeze small spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture to firm up.

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

8. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough, flatten slightly, place a cheesecake ball in the center, and fold the dough around to seal it.

9. Place cookie balls on the baking sheet, spaced apart.

10. Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look just set. Cool slightly before serving