Description
Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are a mouthwatering fusion of creamy cheesecake and luscious salted caramel, perfectly wrapped in a soft, chewy cookie. Ideal for any occasion, these delightful treats promise to impress family and friends alike with their rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Easy to prepare with common ingredients, they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or as part of a dessert platter, these cookies will leave you craving more. Dive into this simple recipe and savor the sweet experience today!
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel bits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add this cream cheese mixture to the butter mixture and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the reserved dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the salted caramel sauce until evenly distributed throughout the dough, along with mini chocolate chips and caramel bits.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden while keeping soft centers.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing. For thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking. Customize by adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.