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Cheesecake Cookies

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cheesecake cookies that combine the goodness of cookies and the creamy delight of cheesecake. Perfect for a quick and tasty treat!


Ingredients

  • 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • A pinch of salt
  • Optional: chocolate chips or sprinkles


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix in the sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.
  6. Fold in any extras like chocolate chips or sprinkles.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them out.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are softened to avoid a lumpy dough.