Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
These soft, tender sugar cookies have a rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to cream cheese in the dough. They're perfect for holidays, cookie swaps, or any occasion that calls for a classic, beautifully decorated treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 4 oz cream cheese full-fat, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
Notes
Storage: Store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead: Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months; thaw overnight before rolling. Variations: Add 1 tsp almond extract with vanilla, or sprinkle with colored sugar before baking. For decorating, use royal icing or a simple glaze of powdered sugar and milk.