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Soft Cream Cheese Cookies

Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, these cream cheese cookies are a delightful treat that can be whipped up quickly and are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Gradually add the sugar, mixing until everything is well combined.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract for that rich, comforting flavor.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Carefully add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Don’t overmix!
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before indulging.

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer storage, freeze them completely cooled, and thaw in the refrigerator when ready to enjoy.