Description
Soft, buttery cookies filled with creamy cheesecake and drizzled with salted caramel. These Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are rich, gooey, and simple to make for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg + 1 yolk
2 tsp vanilla extract
6 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup soft caramel sauce
Sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill for 15 minutes.
2. In another bowl, beat butter and sugars until creamy. Add egg, yolk, and vanilla. Mix well.
3. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and stir to combine.
4. Scoop 2 tbsp dough, flatten, and add 1 tsp chilled cheesecake filling. Cover with more dough and seal edges.
5. Chill assembled cookies for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Bake 10–12 minutes until golden on edges. Cool slightly.
7. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
Notes
Chill the cheesecake filling for easy assembly.
Use store-bought or homemade caramel for convenience.
For variation, drizzle with chocolate or top with pretzels.
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days; serve slightly warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American