Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies You’ll Crave Daily

These Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies combine creamy cheesecake and rich caramel for an irresistible dessert experience.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base

¾ cup butter, softened Provides richness and moisture; margarine can work as a substitute if needed.
⅓ cup granulated sugar Adds a touch of sweetness and light texture.
⅓ cup brown sugar Deepens the flavor with molasses notes; both light and dark brown sugar are acceptable.
2 eggs Essential for binding ingredients together; use room temperature eggs for better blending.
2 tsp vanilla extract Infuses sweetness and delightful aroma; opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
1½ cups all-purpose flour Gives structure to your cookies; substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
1½ cups crushed graham crackers Creates the signature crust; consider using pre-packaged for convenience.
½ tsp salt Balances out the sweetness beautifully.
¼ tsp baking soda Aids in the cookie rise for a perfect texture.
½ tsp baking powder Works alongside baking soda for lift in your cookies.
½ cup crushed graham cracker (for rolling) Adds a delightful texture on the cookie’s exterior.

For the Cheesecake Frosting

8 oz cream cheese, softened A key player for creamy frosting; mascarpone serves as a great substitute.
8 oz butter, softened Creates a rich and heavenly frosting consistency.
2½ cups powdered sugar Thickens the frosting while adding a sweet touch.
2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting) Enhances the flavor of the frosting immensely.

For the Caramel Drizzle

1¼ cups brown sugar (for caramel) The main sweetener that intensifies the caramel flavor.
½ cup whipping cream Adds creaminess and richness to your caramel sauce.
5 tbsp butter (for caramel) Ensures a smooth texture in the sauce.
1 tbsp vanilla extract (for caramel) Adds an extra layer of flavor to the topping.
¼ tsp salt (for caramel) Elevates the flavors of your homemade caramel sauce.

Equipment

Stand mixer
Mixing Bowls
baking sheets
Parchment paper
piping bag

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Cream together ¾ cup of softened butter, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, and ⅓ cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Whisk together 1½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon baking powder in a separate bowl.
Fold in 1½ cups of crushed graham crackers into the batter.
Use a 2-inch cookie scoop to portion out the dough, rolling each in the remaining crushed graham crackers and flatten.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden; cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Whip together 8 oz cream cheese, 8 oz butter, and 2 tsp vanilla extract; add in 2½ cups powdered sugar until smooth.
Frost the cooled cookies using a piping bag or spatula, creating a decorative finish.
In a saucepan, combine 5 tbsp butter, 1¼ cups brown sugar, ½ cup whipping cream, and ¼ tsp salt; bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Drizzle the caramel over the frosted cookies and let set for 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze unfrosted cookies.

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