Description
Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, tender treats with a rich, creamy texture thanks to the addition of cream cheese. These cookies are subtly sweet and perfect for any occasion, from casual snacks to festive gatherings. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, they offer a delicate flavor and a pleasing mouthfeel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the baking powder, flour, and salt to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Shape Cookies: Roll chilled dough into 1-2 inch balls, place on the baking sheet, and flatten each ball with your fingers.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes until the tops are pale and the bottoms are golden brown.
- Cool & Dust: Cool on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for a smoother dough.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
- Chill the dough to prevent excessive spreading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9-11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cream Cheese Cookies