Description
Cream cheese cookies are a heavenly treat that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with a soft, chewy texture. These cookies boast a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, making them irresistible for any occasion. Whether fresh from the oven or stored for later, their delightful flavor will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add cream cheese and mix until smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg