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Irresistible Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

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Soft cookies with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with gooey salted caramel and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. A decadent and comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined—don’t overmix.
  4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Scoop 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly. Add about 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling to the center, then top with another flattened scoop of cookie dough. Seal the edges so the filling is completely encased.
  6. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a layer of caramel sauce on top and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

Notes

Chill the dough if it feels too sticky. Don’t overbake the cookies; they should look slightly underdone in the center when removed from the oven. Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.

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Keywords: Salted Caramel, Cheesecake Cookies, Dessert, Easy Baking, Party Treats

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