Description
Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect fusion of rich cheesecake and decadent caramel, all nestled in a soft, chewy cookie. These delightful treats not only melt in your mouth but also evoke warm memories of shared moments with loved ones. With their golden-brown tops and luscious caramel drizzle, they are sure to be the star of any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in softened cream cheese until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Drizzle caramel sauce over each dough ball before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg