Description
Soft, buttery cookies that taste like cheesecake, topped with creamy frosting and gooey salted caramel. These indulgent treats are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, plus 1/2 cup for rolling
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 5 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
- Roll dough into balls, coat with remaining 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs, and flatten slightly.
- Place on baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Make the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Prepare the Salted Caramel:
- Combine brown sugar, whipping cream, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until bubbling.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Cool slightly.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Spread frosting on each cooled cookie.
- Drizzle salted caramel over the frosting. Let set for 15 minutes.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
- Adjust caramel consistency with cream if needed.
- Store assembled cookies in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American