Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
Indulge in sweet and creamy Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies, perfectly combining the flavors of cheesecake and salted caramel for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for better texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional, for extra sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the salted caramel sauce and chocolate chips, if using.
Baking
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm; serve with cold milk or coffee. You can dust them with sea salt for added flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.