Let's Begin!

Cream Cheese Cookies:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine the softened butter and cream cheese using an electric mixer.
• Add in 1 ½ cups of the brown sugar to the bowl, and beat until fluffy.
• Then add the beaten egg and stir to combine, add the vanilla, and stir again.
• In a separate medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• After mixing well, pour these ingredients into the bowl with the wet mixture, and combine.
• Roll out the dough, and cut out desired shapes using a cookie cutter and place on baking sheet about 1-inch apart.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. They are done when the top of each cookie is forming cracks.

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• Beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
• Slowly add in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Then beat until smooth.
• If the frosting is too thick, add ½ teaspoon of water until you reach the desired consistency.

Let's Assemble!

• Make sure the cookies are completely cooled.
• Top the cookies with the cream cheese frosting, making sure to leave a border in the sides for better presentation.
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar and candy decorations. This is optional.
• Serve and enjoy with family and friends!