Description
Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a rich, gooey center with subtle sweetness. These cookies are incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. With their irresistible aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are sure to be the highlight of any gathering. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or dressed up for a special occasion, these cookies will invite smiles from all who taste them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add sugar and then eggs one at a time, mixing until fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- 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: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg