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Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Irresistible Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies You’ll Crave

Enjoy these Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies that blend creamy cheesecake and rich caramel for an indulgent treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour provides the structure of the cookies
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensures the cookies rise beautifully
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances the flavors of the caramel and chocolate
  • 1 cup unsalted butter gives the cookies a rich, buttery flavor
  • ½ cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps achieve a chewy texture
  • 1 cup light brown sugar adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor
  • 2 large eggs bind all the ingredients together for a perfect cookie consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic depth to the flavor
  • 8 ounces cream cheese brings the cheesecake richness to the cookie dough
For the Add-ins
  • ¼ cup salted caramel sauce infuses the cookies with delightful caramel goodness
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips adds bursts of chocolatey sweetness in every bite
  • ½ cup caramel bits provides an extra chewy texture and caramel flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth and combine with the butter mixture.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  7. Gently fold in the salted caramel sauce until evenly distributed.
  8. Fold in the mini chocolate chips and caramel bits.
  9. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  11. Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough before baking helps maintain shape and enhances flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

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