Description
Caramel Cheesecake Cookies combine the soft texture of cookies with a creamy cheesecake center and a rich caramel drizzle, making them an indulgent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- A pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in graham cracker crumbs.
- Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it, place a dollop of chilled filling in the center, and wrap dough around to form a ball.
- Place cookie balls on baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, drizzle caramel sauce over cookies and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the cheesecake filling is well-chilled to prevent leaks during baking.
- Use a thick caramel sauce to prevent it from running off the cookies.
- Cookies can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Microwave cookies for 10-15 seconds to enjoy warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
