Description
Philadelphia Cream Cheese & Vanilla Cookies are soft, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth treats combining the tangy creaminess of full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese with fragrant vanilla. These cookies balance rich flavor and delicate texture, making them perfect for cozy snacks or special occasions. Simple to make with versatile variations, they deliver warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) full-fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream the Cream Cheese and Butter: Beat the room temperature Philadelphia cream cheese and unsalted butter together until the mixture is fluffy and smooth. This creates the essential soft base for the cookies.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually mix in granulated sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and creamy, ensuring sweetness balances the tangy cream cheese.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to distribute the rising agents evenly throughout the dough.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients into Wet: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, folding gently to combine without overmixing, which keeps the cookies tender.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing adequately. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack so they set perfectly and maintain their softness.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and smooth texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to prevent tough cookies.
- Use real vanilla extract for deeper flavor and richness.
- Optionally chill dough slightly to control spreading and create thicker cookies.
- Watch baking time closely; slightly underbaked cookies are tender and melt-in-your-mouth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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