Description
Recreate the magic of Crumbl’s Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies at home! These soft cookies are topped with creamy cheesecake frosting and a rich salted caramel drizzle, delivering the perfect balance of sweet and salty in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt flakes
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Make the Cookie Dough:
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
3️⃣ Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each portion slightly into a disc shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft. Let the cookies cool completely.
4️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
5️⃣ Frost the Cookies:
- Spread a generous layer of cheesecake frosting over each cooled cookie.
6️⃣ Add the Salted Caramel Topping:
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the frosted cookies.
- Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top for that signature salted caramel flavor.
7️⃣ Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the cookies set for a few minutes, or serve immediately for warm, gooey caramel goodness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use homemade caramel sauce.
- If you prefer a stronger salt flavor, add a pinch of sea salt directly to the frosting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: ~280 kcal per cookie
