Cream Cheese Butter Cookies

Delightfully soft and buttery, these Cream Cheese Butter Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for any occasion. Made with just six simple ingredients, including rich cream cheese and unsalted butter, these cookies boast a luxurious texture and a touch of sweetness that’s hard to resist. Their subtle hint of vanilla and optional powdered sugar dusting elevate them to an elegant dessert or afternoon snack. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they're an easy and impressive homemade confection. Perfect for holiday cookie trays or everyday indulgence, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams Unsalted butter
• 113 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 160 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter and cream cheese. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy, approximately 2 more minutes.

Step 4

Mix in the vanilla extract and salt, scraping the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture. Beat on low speed until the dough comes together and there are no more streaks of flour. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop or a teaspoon, scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Optional: Press each ball lightly with the back of a fork to flatten slightly for a decorative touch.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness, if desired.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(506.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2252.6

Total Fat 137.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 364.3mg	0%
Sodium 963.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 120.1g
Protein 24.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156.2mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 353.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 42.3%