Cream Cheese Christmas Cookies
If you're looking for a fun, festive Christmas cookie that's a little different than the traditional sugar cookie, cream cheese cookies are the perfect choice! These cookies are deliciously soft and chewy, with a subtle tang from the cream cheese. Plus, they're easy to make - perfect for when you're short on time but still want something homemade to share with your friends and family. Give them a try this holiday season!
Ingredients
Let's gather the ingredients!
For the Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- 1 ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg fresh, beaten
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract
For the Cream Cheese frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
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!
Notes
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