Description
These Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, featuring a buttery graham cracker cookie base, creamy cream cheese frosting, and a rich caramel topping. These cookies are a delicious treat for any occasion, bringing the Crumbl experience right to your kitchen! Perfect for cookie lovers or anyone with a sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Cookie Base:
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup additional crushed graham crackers (for rolling)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Caramel Topping:
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookie Base
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix until just incorporated.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the crushed graham crackers.
- Scoop the dough using a 2-inch cookie scoop, roll each ball in the remaining crushed graham crackers, and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten the cookies slightly to about 3/4 inch thick.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
Step 3: Make the Caramel Topping
- In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, whipping cream, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the caramel thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and let cool for 15-20 minutes.
Step 4: Assemble the Cookies
- Pipe the cream cheese frosting in a circular motion onto each cooled cookie, starting from the center and working outward.
- Drizzle the cooled caramel sauce over the top of the frosting using a spoon.
- Let the caramel set for 20-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure that the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature to avoid lumps in the frosting.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies. They should be slightly soft in the center for the best texture.
- You can substitute store-bought caramel sauce if you prefer a quicker option.
- If you don’t have a piping bag, you can also spread the frosting with a knife for a more rustic look.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg