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Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

Indulge in Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies with a buttery graham cracker base and creamy frosting.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • ¾ cup butter, softened Ensure at room temperature for easy blending.
  • cup granulated sugar Can be swapped with coconut sugar.
  • cup brown sugar Both light and dark varieties work well.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Try almond extract for a fragrant twist.
  • cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour if desired.
  • cups graham cracker crumbs Crushed digestive biscuits can be a great alternative.
  • ½ tsp salt Fine sea salt works best.
  • ¼ tsp baking soda Ensure fresh for optimal results.
  • ½ tsp baking powder Aids in leavening.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Mascarpone can be used for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz butter, softened Provides stability in the frosting.
  • cups powdered sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the frosting flavor.
For the Salted Caramel Topping
  • cups brown sugar Base for rich caramel flavor.
  • ½ cup whipping cream Opt for heavy cream for a richer outcome.
  • 5 tbsp butter Amplifies flavor and richness.
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract Deepens the overall caramel flavor.
  • ¼ tsp salt Intensifies sweet and salty notes.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add room temperature eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder, then gradually incorporate into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in graham cracker crumbs until evenly incorporated.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, roll the dough into balls, then coat in graham cracker crumbs before placing on baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden; let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
  8. For the frosting, beat together cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth, then add powdered sugar.
  9. To make the salted caramel, combine brown sugar, whipping cream, butter, and salt in a saucepan, boil for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  10. Frost cookies and drizzle with warm salted caramel, allowing it to set for about 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients ensure seamless mixing; avoid overmixing for tender cookies.

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