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Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies: The Ultimate Dessert Recipe You Need to Try


  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 40-42 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

Indulge in these decadent Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies, featuring a rich blend of cream cheese and caramel, topped with a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfectly chewy and irresistibly sweet, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup sea salt flakes (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the softened cream cheese until evenly distributed, keeping some small lumps for texture.
  7. Drizzle in the caramel sauce and fold gently to create a marbled effect.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  10. Portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
  11. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top of each cookie.
  12. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  13. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  14. Drizzle extra caramel sauce over the cooled cookies if desired.
  15. Serve the cookies once cooled and drizzled with caramel.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade caramel sauce.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier incorporation into the dough.
  • Adjust the amount of sea salt on top according to your taste preference.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes