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Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Delightfully chewy cookies combining creamy cheesecake and rich salted caramel flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Let it sit out for about an hour.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Regular sugar works fine.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Essential for chewy texture.
  • 2 large eggs Make sure to add one at a time.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use real vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Regular flour is fine.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda For a little lift.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Sea salt is preferred.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Key for the cheesecake flavor.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar For sweetness in the filling.
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade works.
Optional Topping
  • to taste sea salt flakes Sprinkle generously before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract afterward.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  6. In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
  7. Fold the salted caramel sauce into the cream cheese mixture.
Baking
  1. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop the dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until golden and firm around the edges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 95mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Leftovers are even better the next day with flavors melding. Serve in a decorative bowl for added charm.
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