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Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these indulgent Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies, combining creamy cheesecake, rich salted caramel, and mini chocolate chips for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Soft, chewy, and loaded with gooey caramel bits, these cookies are a decadent treat ideal for gatherings or a cozy dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce

Mix-ins

  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup caramel bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution in the dough.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed with a hand or stand mixer for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy for a smooth cookie texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully mixed in.
  5. Prepare Cream Cheese: Beat the softened cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth, about 1 minute, to avoid lumps in the dough.
  6. Combine Cream Cheese with Butter Mixture: Add the smooth cream cheese to the butter and sugar mixture and mix until fully integrated to create a rich and creamy base.
  7. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in two or three additions, mixing on low speed after each until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  8. Incorporate Salted Caramel: Fold in the salted caramel sauce gently but thoroughly until evenly distributed throughout the dough, adding a luscious sweet and salty flavor.
  9. Add Chocolate Chips and Caramel Bits: Carefully fold in the mini chocolate chips and caramel bits, spreading them evenly for bursts of chocolate and caramel in every bite.
  10. Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheet: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  11. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft, ensuring a chewy texture.
  12. Cool on Baking Sheet: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to set before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Store Cookies: Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool on the baking sheet.
  • Use room temperature butter and cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother dough.
  • Caramel bits are often found in the baking aisle; substitute with toffee bits if unavailable.
  • Cookies can be frozen before or after baking for longer storage.
  • For extra gooey caramel, drizzle additional salted caramel sauce over warm cookies before serving.

Keywords: salted caramel, cheesecake cookies, caramel chocolate chip cookies, soft cookies, dessert, caramel bits, cream cheese cookies

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