Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies Recipe. These scrumptious treats boast a creamy cheesecake filling nestled within a buttery cookie, drizzled with rich caramel and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy afternoons to festive gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix well. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined.
- Assemble cookies by flattening tablespoons of dough, adding cheesecake filling in the center, shaping the dough around it, then chilling for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks before adding toppings.
- Once cooled, pipe additional cheesecake filling on top, drizzle with caramel sauce, and finish with flaky sea salt.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg