Description
These Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, buttery delights that are perfect for any occasion. With a hint of cream cheese flavor and a dusting of powdered sugar, they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional:
- powdered sugar for dusting or colored sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and beat until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheets. Flatten slightly and bake for 10–12 minutes until set. Cool before serving.
Notes
- For a citrus twist, add 1 teaspoon lemon or orange zest to the dough.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
