Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and chewy cookie goodness. These irresistible treats feature a luscious cheesecake filling nestled within a buttery cookie, all topped with rich salted caramel and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Whether for parties, holidays, or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, these cookies are sure to impress anyone lucky enough to taste them. With easy-to-follow instructions and common ingredients, you can whip up this gourmet dessert that looks as good as it tastes. Get ready to elevate your baking game with these decadent delights!

Ingredients

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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 packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
1/2 cup thick caramel sauce
Flaky sea salt (for topping)

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Instructions

Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough; flatten slightly. Place a heaping teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center and fold dough around it into a ball. Chill for 20-30 minutes before baking.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Once cooled, pipe additional cheesecake filling on top of each cookie and drizzle with caramel sauce; sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 105mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg