Easter Cheesecake Cookies
Easter Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and soft cookie goodness, perfect for spring celebrations. These treats are sure to impress family and friends at your Easter gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add cream cheese and mix until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for a chewier texture. - Customize with chocolate chips or nuts if desired. - Store in an airtight container for up to five days.