Amish Cream Cheese Cookies
These delightful cookies combine the creamy richness of cream cheese with a soft texture, making them perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easier mixing.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it is soft for easy creaming.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Dusting
- 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until everything is just combined.
Baking
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each ball.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look soft.
Finishing Touches
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be refrigerated for about two weeks or frozen for up to three months.