Cheesecake Cookies
Indulge in the creamy, tangy goodness of cheesecake cookies that melt in your mouth. Soft and chewy, these cookies combine a rich cream cheese base with a hint of vanilla, creating a perfectly sweet treat for any occasion. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day or celebrating with friends, these easy-to-make cookies will be the highlight of your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Blend in the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft; let cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg