Recipe Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

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Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

These Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful take on the famous Crumbl cookies! A soft and buttery cookie base is topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, drizzled with gooey caramel, and finished with a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfect for indulging your sweet tooth or impressing at gatherings!

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Cheesecake Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Salted Caramel Drizzle:

  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cookie Base

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand.

2. Bake the Cookies

  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Make the Cheesecake Frosting

  1. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

4. Assemble the Cookies

  1. Spread a generous layer of cheesecake frosting on each cooled cookie.
  2. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the frosting.
  3. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for that signature salted caramel flavor.

Tips for Success

  • Chill the frosting: For a firmer texture, refrigerate the frosting for 10-15 minutes before spreading.
  • Homemade caramel: Use homemade caramel sauce for extra richness and flavor.
  • Storage: Keep cookies refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

  • Rich and buttery base: Soft and perfectly chewy.
  • Decadent frosting: Creamy cheesecake topping that’s irresistible.
  • Sweet-salty combo: Caramel and sea salt make it unforgettable.

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