Description
The most irresistible holiday treat that brings nostalgia and cozy warmth to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for coating)
- Festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and pre-portion them for a smooth workflow.
- Cream together the cream cheese and butter until fluffy, then add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Add the whole egg and egg yolk along with vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the cream cheese mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Gently stir in sprinkles.
- Chill dough in the refrigerator for 60 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on the baking sheet with spacing in between.
- Bake for 14 minutes; they should be puffed and slightly wet on top.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
Allowing the dough to chill prevents excessive spread and enhances flavor. Adjust chilling time based on room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg