Indulge in the delectable Cream Cheese Cookies, a classic treat with a modern twist. Featuring three irresistible variations, these cookies promise a delightful experience for every palate. From the traditional Cream Cheese Cookies, bursting with a rich and creamy filling, to the zesty Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies, offering a refreshing citrusy zing, and the indulgent Chocolate Cream Cheese Cookies, delivering a decadent chocolatey delight, these cookies are sure to satisfy any sweet craving. Each variation is meticulously crafted with carefully selected ingredients, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes are designed to guide you effortlessly through the baking process, yielding perfect cookies every time. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and embark on a delightful baking journey with our Cream Cheese Cookies extravaganza.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
POLISH CREAM CHEESE COOKIES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h
Yield About 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat the cream cheese, butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes, scraping down the bowl as needed. Reduce the mixer speed to low and beat in the flour and salt until combined. Divide the dough between 2 large pieces of plastic wrap. Flatten into 1/2-inch-thick disks and wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350˚. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out 1 disk of dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick, dusting with more flour as needed. Cut out 2 1/2-inch squares using a sharp knife or a 2 1/2-inch square cutter. Lift the cutouts using an offset spatula and arrange 2 inches apart on one of the prepared pans. Gather the scraps and refrigerate.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon preserves onto the center of each cutout. Fold in two opposite corners to overlap in the middle and press down to seal, spreading the preserves slightly. Sprinkle the dough with coarse sugar.
- Bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until the cookies are puffed and the edges are golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes on the pan, then remove the cookies to a rack to cool completely.
- Repeat with the other disk of dough, plus the reserved scraps, to make more cookies.
EASY CREAM CHEESE COOKIES
Steps:
- Start off by adding 1/2 cup unsalted softened butter and 4 ounces softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Use an electric half mixer to cream them together really well.
- Now mix in 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar and mix it at low speed.
- Then add, 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix it in.
- Now sift in 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Mix the dry ingredients well. Now scoop out the cookie dough using a medium-sized cookie scoop.
- Then use your hands to round the dough into balls.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 10 minutes. Make sure to bake on the center rack.
- Once the cookies are cooled, dust them with a little bit of powdered sugar, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 41 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAM CHEESE COOKIES I
These cookies are delicate when made with a press, or hardy when dropped by spoonfuls. I fill centers of press cookies with preserves or a chocolate chip for added variety.
Provided by Robin
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease cookie sheets.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Stir in flour until well blended. Drop dough by spoonfuls or use a cookie press to place onto prepared cookie sheets. If using floral cookie press design, make an indentation in the center with a thimble, fill with preserves, or press candy into center.
- Bake for 15 minutes in preheated oven. Cookies should be pale.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 21.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CREAM CHEESE CUT-OUTS II
It's the first recipe my grown daughter has ever asked me for. These are great!
Provided by PLINDLEY
Categories Desserts Cookies Sugar Cookies
Time 38m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture. Divide dough into two pieces, cover and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut in to desired shapes using cookie cutters and place the cookies at least 1 inch apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 7 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven, until bottoms are lightly browned and cookies are firm. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 24.2 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
CREAM CHEESE COOKIES
A triple dose of cream cheese (mixed into the batter, in chunks in the dough and as a glaze on top) makes these pillowy cookies extra tangy. Freezing the cream cheese before stirring it into the dough makes it easier to cut into clean pieces and keeps the chunks from disintegrating when shaping the dough into balls.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 3h25m
Yield 3 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Combine the butter, vanilla, 4 ounces of the room-temperature cream cheese and 1 teaspoon of the salt in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Add 2 cups of the sugar and beat until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg yolk and beat until smooth, then add the flour and beat on low until the dough just comes together. Remove the frozen cream cheese from the freezer and chop into 1/4-inch cubes. Add the cubes to the dough, quickly stirring with a rubber spatula to evenly incorporate them into the dough. Refrigerate the dough for 1 hour.
- Using a 1-ounce ice cream scoop or 2 tablespoons, scoop 12 portions of dough, roll into balls and transfer to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart. Lightly flour the bottom of a 1/2-cup measuring cup and use it to flatten each cookie into a disk about 1/2 inch thick, re-flouring the cup after each cookie.
- Bake, rotating the baking sheet halfway through, until the cookies look set but are still pale and barely brown on the bottom, 20 to 24 minutes. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with the remaining cookie dough.
- Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 ounces room-temperature cream cheese, 2 cups sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl and beat with an electric mixer on low speed until the mixture forms a thick paste. Add the milk and stir slowly until a thick glaze forms.
- When the cookies are cool, dip the entire surface of the top of each cookie in the glaze and lift up, letting the excess glaze drip off, then flip the cookie right-side up and onto the cooling rack. If the glaze is too thick, add another teaspoon of milk to loosen it. If using the cranberries or lime zest, sprinkle on top of the cookies while the glaze is still wet. Allow the glaze to set before serving, at least 10 minutes. Store the cookies in a single layer in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
CREAM CHEESE COOKIES
Make and share this Cream Cheese Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TishT
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 36-40 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F Lightly grease cookie sheets.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg yolk and vanilla.
- Stir in flour until well blended.
- Drop dough by spoonfuls onto cookie sheet (or use a cookie press). If desired, make an indentation in the center with your thumb or other object; fill with preserves, or press candy into center.
- Bake for 15 minutes in preheated oven.
- Cookies should be pale.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.9, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 20.8, Sodium 53.1, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 1.2
Tips:
- Soften your cream cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you start baking. This will help it cream together smoothly with the other ingredients and prevent lumps.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and avoid overworking the dough.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes will help it firm up and make it easier to work with. This will also help the cookies hold their shape better in the oven.
- Line your baking sheets with parchment paper: This will help prevent the cookies from sticking to the pans and make cleanup easier.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly golden brown around the edges and just set in the center. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Conclusion:
Cream cheese cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you are hosting a party or simply want a sweet snack. With their creamy texture and tangy flavor, cream cheese cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious cookie recipe, give these cream cheese cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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