Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

These cream cheese sugar cookies are a perfect combination of soft, chewy, and rich flavors. The cream cheese adds an extra dimension and makes them irresistibly delicious. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. You can decorate them with icing or enjoy them plain with a cup of tea or coffee. Try this recipe and indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth cookies!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape into disks. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. On a floured surface, roll out one portion of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters of your choice to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake as the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining dough.
12. Once completely cooled, decorate the cookies with icing or enjoy them plain.
13. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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