Description
Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of gooey caramel and creamy cheesecake, all wrapped in a soft cookie. With each bite, you experience a delightful balance of sweet and salty that is simply irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these delicious treats will elevate your baking game and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup salted caramel sauce (reserve some for drizzling)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the softened cream cheese until swirls appear. Add most of the salted caramel sauce and fold gently.
- Drop dough onto lined baking sheets using a cookie scoop. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks. Drizzle with remaining caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg