For the Cookie Dough:

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. 4. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
5. 5. Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

For the Cheesecake Filling:

1. 1. In a separate bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. Assembling the Cookies:
3. 1. Scoop about two tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten into a disc in your palm.
4. 2. Place about one tablespoon of cheesecake filling in the center before folding the dough edges around it to seal well.
5. 3. Roll back into balls carefully and place them on prepared baking sheets with space between them.
6. 4. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Cool slightly on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.