These buttery cookies are stuffed with a rich cheesecake filling and a gooey caramel center, making them the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you crave something indulgent!
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏳ Chill Time: 30 minutes
⏳ Bake Time: 12 minutes
⏱ Total Time: ~1 hour
🍽 Servings: 16 cookies
🔥 Calories per Cookie: ~220
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 🧈 ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 ¾ cup brown sugar
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🌾 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 ½ tsp baking powder
- 🥄 ¼ tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 🧀 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🍚 ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 🥄 ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Filling:
- 🍯 16 soft caramel candies (or homemade caramel sauce)
- 🥛 1 tbsp heavy cream (if using caramel sauce)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Cover and freeze for 30 minutes to firm up.
2️⃣ Prepare the Cookie Dough:
In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms. Chill for 15 minutes.
3️⃣ Assemble the Cookies:
- Scoop 1 tbsp of cookie dough and flatten it.
- Place ½ tsp of cheesecake filling and one caramel candy in the center.
- Cover with another flattened piece of dough, sealing the edges.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve:
Let cookies cool for 5 minutes, then enjoy warm with an oozing caramel center!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Soft, buttery cookies with a surprise filling!
✔️ A creamy cheesecake center + gooey caramel.
✔️ Perfect for holidays, gifts, or indulgent snacks.
✔️ Easy to make and freezer-friendly!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Use homemade caramel sauce for extra richness!
✅ Make ahead – freeze unbaked cookies & bake fresh when needed.
✅ Sprinkle with sea salt for a salted caramel twist!
Enjoy your Caramel Cheesecake Cookies—sweet, creamy, and irresistibly delicious! 🍪🧀🍯 Let me know if you need more dessert recipes! 😊