Description
These Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are a decadent dessert dream come true. Each cookie features a buttery, chewy base, topped with a cloud-like cheesecake frosting and a glossy drizzle of homemade salted caramel. Whether you need a quick dessert idea for a gathering or just want to elevate your baking game, this easy recipe delivers bakery-quality results right from your kitchen. Rich, creamy, sweet, and just a touch salty, these cookies are perfect for anyone searching for indulgent dessert ideas, easy cookie recipes, or showstopping treats for special occasions. The aroma alone will have your kitchen smelling like a gourmet bake shop.
Ingredients
Cookie Base:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
Cheesecake Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream (whipped to soft peaks)
Salted Caramel Topping:
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp salted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until dough forms.
- Scoop 1/4 cup portions of dough, shape into balls, and press a thumbprint indent in the center.
- Bake cookies for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in whipped cream until combined and fluffy.
- Pipe or spoon frosting into cooled cookie centers.
- To make caramel, melt sugar in a pan over medium heat until golden.
- Stir in butter, then slowly add cream and sea salt. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Spoon caramel over the cheesecake frosting.
- Chill cookies for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Dessert