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Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Irresistible Caramel Cheesecake Cookies: Sweet Indulgence Awaits

Delight in the sweet fusion of Caramel Cheesecake Cookies that combines gooey caramel and creamy cheesecake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened for easy blending
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar no substitutes recommended
For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter unsalted enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the dough
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 large Egg can replace with flax egg for a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract consider using almond extract for a delight
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda ensure freshness for best results
  • 1/2 tsp Salt no substitutes recommended
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce ensure thickness to prevent leaks
Optional Toppings
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs adds crunch
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate for drizzling on top

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Mix together softened cream cheese and powdered sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Form into mounds and freeze for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Make Cookie Dough: Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla, then combine dry ingredients until just mixed.
  3. Assemble Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Flatten cookie dough, place a cheesecake mound in center, drizzle caramel on top, and enclose with dough.
  4. Bake: Place on baking sheet and bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on tray for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure you chill the filling adequately and avoid overmixing your cookie dough for chewy cookies.

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