Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies, where rich cheesecake meets the comforting goodness of cookies. These treats are visually stunning and offer a mouthwatering blend of flavors, with the perfect balance of sweet caramel and a hint of flaky sea salt. Ideal for any occasion—be it a party, holiday gathering, or simply an afternoon indulgence—these cookies promise to impress everyone. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are a must-try for cheesecake lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth; store in a piping bag and chill.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat butter with sugars until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients.
- Scoop dough, flatten slightly, add cheesecake filling in the center, seal dough around it, and shape into balls.
- Chill formed cookies for 20–30 minutes before baking at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool cookies briefly, then pipe additional cheesecake filling on top, drizzle with caramel sauce, and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg