Description
A luxurious hybrid between a sugar cookie and a gooey butter cake, featuring a buttery base and a creamy, tangy topping.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar until completely smooth.
- Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough onto the sheet and press slightly to flatten.
- Place a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American