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Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies with a creamy cheesecake filling, caramel bits, and a delicious vanilla and brown sugar cookie base.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar, flour, and vanilla and beat on low speed to combine, then increase speed to high and beat until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Freeze filling: Drop dollops of cheesecake filling onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Make the cookie dough: Beat butter and brown sugar on high speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract and mix to combine.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  6. Form dough balls, place on baking sheets, and gently press each ball to flatten slightly.
  7. Add small frozen cheesecake filling dollops onto the center of each cookie dough ball and fold dough around to cover filling completely.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

1. Freezing the cheesecake filling helps keep the filling intact during baking.
2. Use softened cream cheese and butter for a smooth, creamy filling and dough.
3. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Dorothy Miller
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg