Description
Cream cheese cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances softness, creaminess, and a hint of tang. These cookies are ideal for any occasion, whether paired with your morning coffee or served at a cozy gathering. With their rich flavor and tender texture, they are irresistibly delicious and easy to make using just a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar; mix until fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ~30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg