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Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Indulge in Caramel Cheesecake Cookies for Dessert Bliss

Caramel Cheesecake Cookies combine the richness of creamy cheesecake with soft, chewy cookies, offering a delightful blend of flavors.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 43 minutes
Servings: 14 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Mascarpone can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitutes recommended.
For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use unsalted for better flavor control.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Stick to the recipe for best results.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can add a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1 count Egg Flax egg can serve as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can provide an aromatic note.
  • 1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free flour blend can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal results.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt No alternatives recommended.
For the Filling & Toppings
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Thicker sauces help prevent leaks during baking.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt optional
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs optional
  • 1 cup White Chocolate optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • freezer

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions for Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Form small mounds and freeze.
  2. Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and mix.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F. Shape cookie dough around frozen cheesecake filling, seal well, and optionally sprinkle with toppings.
  4. Bake for 11-13 minutes. Allow cooling before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Expert tips include ensuring the cheesecake filling is chilled, avoiding overmixing cookie dough, baking until edges are golden, and proper storage to maintain freshness.

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