Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
Sweet, buttery, and irresistibly soft, these Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any dessert table.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be at room temperature
- 3 oz cream cheese, softened Should be at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Gives structure
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder For rise
- 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
Frosting Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar For frosting
- 2-3 tablespoons milk For desired consistency
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting) For flavor
- as needed green food coloring For decoration
- as desired green sugar sprinkles Optional for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them two inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball gently with the back of a spoon or fingers.
Baking
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting
- In a clean bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add green food coloring to achieve the desired shade.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread the icing on top of each cookie and sprinkle with green sugar if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing. Allow cookies to cool before icing to prevent melting.