Description
These Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies are soft, tender, and perfect for decorating. They are easy to make and a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Creaming the Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Adding Flavors: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
- Preparing the Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Chilling the Dough: Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 1 hour.
- Baking the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and roll out the dough on a floured surface. Cut into shapes, place on baking sheets, and bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- These cookies hold their shape well and are perfect for decorating with icing or sprinkles.
- For a softer texture, avoid overbaking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
