Cream Cheese Delight Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of Cream Cheese Delight Cookies, a versatile and easy-to-make treat that captures the essence of holiday baking. This sugar cookie dough, enhanced with the rich, buttery flavor of cream cheese, offers a slightly tangy twist, making it unlike any other cookie. The dough is incredibly easy to manipulate; there's no need for rolling pins or tedious measurements. Simply pat it down into a square, use your favorite cookie cutters, and create beautifully shaped cookies perfect for decorating or enjoying plain. Ideal for festive occasions or cozy family gatherings, these cookies provide a wonderful canvas for creative designs and flavors. Whether you're using bright icing or leaving them simple, the taste and texture of these buttery delights will surely impress everyone at your table.
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Servings
100
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
cream cheese
3 ounces (completely softened)
butter
1/2 cup (completely softened)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (firmly packed)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
flour
1 2/3 cups
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare ungreased cookie sheets.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, softened butter, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir by hand until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
3
Gradually add the flour to the mixture and stir until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, knead in a small amount of additional flour (1-2 tablespoons) until it becomes smooth and pliable.
4
Once the dough has reached the desired texture, you can either roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface or simply press it into a rectangle with your hands.
5
Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes or shape the dough by hand into fun designs. You can also press the dough into candy molds for added creativity.
6
Place the shaped cookies on the prepared cookie sheets, ensuring they have enough space to spread slightly during baking.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.
8
Once done, carefully remove the cookies from the sheets and let them cool completely on wire racks. Once cooled, feel free to ice or decorate as desired, or enjoy them plain.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cream Cheese Delight Cookies?
They are a versatile sugar cookie variation enhanced with cream cheese for a rich, buttery flavor and a slightly tangy twist.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Should the cookie sheets be greased?
No, the recipe instructions specify using ungreased cookie sheets.
What are the initial ingredients to be mixed?
Combine the cream cheese, softened butter, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl.
How should the ingredients be mixed?
The ingredients should be stirred by hand until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
How much cream cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 3 ounces of completely softened cream cheese.
How much butter is required for this recipe?
You will need 1/2 cup of completely softened butter.
How much brown sugar should I use?
Use 1/2 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
What is the amount of flour needed?
The recipe requires 1 2/3 cups of flour.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much vanilla extract is added?
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What should I do if the dough is too sticky?
Knead in a small amount of additional flour, about 1-2 tablespoons, until it becomes smooth and pliable.
Do I need a rolling pin to shape the cookies?
No, you can simply press the dough into a rectangle with your hands, though rolling it out is an option.
How thick should the cookie dough be rolled?
The dough should be approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Can I use cookie cutters with this dough?
Yes, you can use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
Are candy molds compatible with this recipe?
Yes, the dough can be pressed into candy molds for creative designs.
How long should these cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 5 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly browned.
Where should the cookies cool after baking?
Carefully remove them from the sheets and let them cool completely on wire racks.
Can I decorate these cookies?
Yes, once cooled, you can ice or decorate them as desired or enjoy them plain.
How many calories are in a serving of these cookies?
There are 100 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 1.25g of protein.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday baking?
Yes, they are ideal for festive occasions, Christmas, and holiday gatherings.
What is the texture of the cookie dough?
The dough is smooth, pliable, and easy to manipulate.
How should the cream cheese be prepared?
The cream cheese should be completely softened before mixing.
How should the butter be prepared?
The butter should be completely softened for best results.
How should the brown sugar be measured?
The brown sugar should be firmly packed into the measuring cup.
Is this recipe considered family friendly?
Yes, it is described as a family-friendly treat that is great for creative decorating.