Description
These Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are soft, creamy, and swirled with luscious caramel—like a mini cheesecake in cookie form! With rich cream cheese, a touch of vanilla, and gooey caramel topping, they’re perfect for caramel lovers looking for a quick and irresistible treat. Keywords: caramel cheesecake cookies, cheesecake cookie recipe, cream cheese caramel cookies, easy caramel dessert, soft cheesecake cookies.
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 egg
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Add the flour and mix just until incorporated.
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Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
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Swirl about ½ teaspoon of caramel sauce on top of each cookie using a toothpick or knife.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cookies are set but still soft in the center.
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Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
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Chill the dough slightly if too sticky to scoop.
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Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a salted caramel twist.
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Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
