Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
These salted caramel cheesecake cookies combine the best of two desserts—cheesecake and cookies—in one indulgent bite. A creamy cheesecake frosting sits on a graham cracker base, topped with rich caramel and flaky sea salt. Easy, elegant, and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes (optional)
- Total Time: 30–40 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 cookies
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake, Cookies
- Method: No-Bake (or Bake optional)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2½ cups confectioners’ sugar
- Graham cracker crumbs (for base)
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- Pinch of flaky sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, mixing until thick and creamy.
- On a baking sheet, press graham cracker crumbs into small, cookie-sized rounds (or press into pre-baked cookie dough bases if desired).
- Top each with a spoonful of cheesecake mixture and smooth slightly.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top.
- Chill cookies in the fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a stronger caramel flavor, swirl caramel into the cheesecake mixture.
- Optional toppings: chopped pecans, chocolate shavings, or fruit sauces.
- If using cookie dough bases, bake those at 350°F (177°C) for 10–12 minutes before topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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