Ingredients
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- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream together the softened cream cheese, butter, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are fully softened for a smooth dough.
- Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats for easy removal.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra flavor.
- Cool cookies slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
