Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
These soft and chewy cookies combine the richness of cream cheese with gooey caramel and optional chocolate chips. A sweet treat perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup caramel sauce
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in caramel sauce and chocolate chips, if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough before baking helps prevent spreading and enhances the chewy texture. Adjust sweetness by reducing caramel or sugar if preferred.
