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Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

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Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies are soft, rich, and slightly tangy treats that hold their shape well—perfect for cut-outs and decorating. The cream cheese in the dough makes them tender and flavorful, with crisp edges and soft centers.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • Optional: frosting, sprinkles, or colored sugar for decorating

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8–10 minutes, just until the edges are set but not browned.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Decorate with frosting or sprinkles if desired, or enjoy plain.

Notes

  • Chill the dough to help cookies retain their shape while baking.
  • For extra flavor, try almond or lemon extract.
  • Store in a single layer or separate layers with parchment if decorated.
  • The dough or baked cookies freeze well for up to 1 month.
  • Pop shaped cookies in the fridge before baking to prevent spreading.

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