Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

Who doesn’t love cookies? And when you infuse them with the irresistible flavors of salted caramel and cheesecake, you elevate them to another level of deliciousness! These Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are perfect for parties, that lazy Sunday afternoon snack, or just because you deserve a treat. 🍪💖

Not only do they satisfy your sweet tooth, but they also give you that creamy cheesecake vibe with a fun twist. Every bite offers a rich blend of textures and flavors that’ll make your taste buds dance. Plus, they’re super easy to make—seriously, even your dog could bake them (just kidding, maybe don’t let your dog in the kitchen). 🐶✨

How to Make Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Let’s break this down step by step. Making these cookies is as simple as pie (or cookie, in this case). You won’t need any fancy gadgets, just your basic baking tools, and a sprinkle of love.

Here’s what you’re gonna do:

1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Whisk dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Easy peasy.
3. Cream wet ingredients: In another bowl, cream the softened butter with brown and granulated sugar until smooth, like your favorite ice cream.
4. Add in the rest: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Now we’re cooking!
5. Combine: Slowly mix in those dry ingredients until just combined—don’t overdo it!
6. Mix cream cheese: In a separate bowl, whip the cream cheese with powdered sugar until it’s all smooth and dreamy.
7. Scoop it out: Form the cookies by scooping a spoonful of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Now, add a dollop of the cream cheese mix on top.
8. Swirl it: Take a toothpick or knife and swirl that cream cheese into the cookie dough—artistic touch points for you!
9. Drizzle: Go ahead and drizzle some salted caramel sauce over each cookie. Because why not? 🙌
10. Bake: Pop them in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges look lightly golden. Your kitchen will smell like heaven.
11. Cool down: Let them cool for a spell before you dive in. Patience, grasshopper.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

How to Serve Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Serving these cookies is all about presentation. Just pile them on a fancy plate or platter, drape a little extra caramel sauce on top, and watch your friends drool. Pair them with a nice cup of coffee or maybe a glass of milk if you wanna take it back to childhood. 🍶✨ Don’t forget the napkins—things could get gooey!

How to Store Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Want to keep these cookies fresh? Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Or, if you want to extend their cookie life, toss them in the fridge for up to two weeks. Just remember, if they last that long, you might want to evaluate your cookie-eating habits. 😂

Tips to Make Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

• Softened butter is key. Make sure it’s softened enough to mix properly—no one wants a lumpy cookie.
• Adjust the saltiness by experimenting with the amount of salted caramel sauce you drizzle on top. More is usually more, right?
• If you’re feeling extra fancy, sprinkle a tiny bit of flaky sea salt over the top before they cool for that gourmet touch!

Variation

Feeling adventurous? Swap out the salted caramel for chocolate ganache or another type of flavored sauce. You could even throw in some chocolate chips for a double-chocolate treat. The possibilities are endless!

FAQs

1. Can I freeze these cookies?
Absolutely! Freeze them in an airtight container for up to two months. Just thaw them at room temperature before devouring.

2. Can I use reduced-fat cream cheese?
Sure, but the cookies may not be as rich and creamy. Go for full-fat for that decadent cheesecake flavor!

3. What if I don’t have parchment paper?
No worries! You can simply grease the baking sheet or use a silicone baking mat. Both work just fine—no cookie left behind!

So there you have it! Time to grab those ingredients and whip up a batch of these bad boys. Your taste buds will thank you later! 🎉🍪

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Delicious cookies infused with the irresistible flavors of salted caramel and cheesecake—a perfect treat for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 32 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cheesecake Filling

• 1 package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Additional Ingredients

• 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with brown and granulated sugar until smooth.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whip the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
6. Scoop a spoonful of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, then add a dollop of the cream cheese mixture on top.
7. Swirl the cream cheese into the cookie dough with a toothpick or knife.
8. Drizzle salted caramel sauce over each cookie.

Baking

1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges look lightly golden.
2. Allow them to cool before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for up to two weeks. Softened butter is key for mixing properly. Adjust the saltiness with the amount of salted caramel sauce.