Cream Cheese Meltaways
Delightful cookies featuring a unique combination of cream cheese and butter, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free version available with appropriate flour.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Can experiment with other extracts.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients ensuring the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature.
Making the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to mix until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour and vanilla extract until just combined but do not overmix.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serving
- Dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for about a week. Freezing possible for up to 3 months.