Description
Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a unique melt-in-your-mouth texture with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Infused with rich cream cheese, these cookies are not only soft and tender but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these cookies serve as the perfect dessert. With just 10 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 28 cookies that are ideal for sharing—making them a favorite among cookie lovers everywhere. Personalize them with chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist, and savor the joy they bring to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a stand mixer or with an electric hand mixer, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed until just combined. Chill dough for at least one hour.
- Roll dough into balls about two tablespoons in size and place them on lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until edges are set and lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg