Soft & Chewy Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese
These soft and chewy sugar cookies are a breeze to make and hold their shape beautifully when baked. Perfect for any occasion, they're a crowd-pleaser every time.
- Prep20 min
- Cook8 min
- Total28 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings4
If you're looking for a foolproof sugar cookie recipe, this is it. The addition of cream cheese gives these cookies a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the butter keeps them rich and flavorful.
These cookies are perfect for cut-out shapes, and they hold their edges beautifully during baking. Whether you're decorating for the holidays or just want a simple sweet treat, this recipe delivers soft, chewy cookies every time.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy. Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then the vanilla and almond extracts, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Increase speed to medium and beat for a minute until the dough comes together.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate until very firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it ungreased.
- Divide the chilled dough in half. Keep one half in the refrigerator while you work with the other. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into your desired shapes using cookie cutters. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 8 minutes, or until the edges are just set. The cookies will not be browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost or decorate as desired once completely cool.
💡 Tips
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients – this ensures a smooth dough.
- If the dough becomes too soft while rolling, chill it again for 15-20 minutes.
- These cookies are perfect for royal icing or simple buttercream frosting.
Inspired by a recipe from My Kitchen Escapades