Aren’t these just little pillows of fun? Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, fluffy treats with the distinct creamy tang of cream cheese baked right in. They’re extra tender, just the right amount of sweet, and oh-so-buttery! These Cream Cheese Cookies will make you rethink having plain old sugar cookies again!
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- powdered sugar, optional, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Whisk together the flour, the salt, and the baking powder in a medium bowl.
Step 2 –Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or an electric hand mixer, cream the butter and the cream cheese together.
Step 3 –Add the sugar to the creamed butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
Step 4 –Add the egg and the vanilla to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
Step 5 –Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix one more time.
Step 6 –Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
Step 7 –Using a spatula, give the mixture one last mix.
Step 8 –Cover and chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
Step 9 –Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 10 –Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 11 –Dampen your hands slightly, as the dough will be sticky.
Step 12 –Portion the dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls.
Step 13 –Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Step 14 –Bake until the edges are set and just turn golden, about 10 minutes.
Step 15 –Serve garnished with the powdered sugar.
