Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard-sized sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the melted butter, softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is homogeneous and fluffy.
- Add dry ingredients: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt on top of the wet mixture. Beat just enough to combine; avoid over mixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Form cookie balls: Divide the dough into 6-7 equal portions and roll each into a ball. This ensures evenly sized cookies for uniform baking.
- Coat with sugar: Roll each dough ball in extra granulated sugar, which will give the cookies a slight crunch and sparkle.
- Bake: Place the sugared dough balls on the prepared sheet pan, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes until the cookies are puffy and lightly set.
- Cool: Remove cookies from the oven; they will begin to crack as they cool. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to maintain a tender texture.
- Using room temperature ingredients ensures the dough combines smoothly.
- Rolling the dough balls in extra sugar before baking adds a subtle crunch and sweetness.
- Allow cookies to cool fully on a wire rack for best texture and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
