Description
These Crumbl New York Cheesecake Cookies combine a buttery, graham cracker-infused cookie base with a rich and creamy cheesecake-style frosting. Baked to perfection until lightly golden around the edges and topped with velvety cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs, these cookies offer a delicious twist on classic cheesecake flavors in a handheld treat.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- ¾ cup butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ cup graham crackers, finely crushed (divided into 1 cup and ½ cup portions)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz butter, softened
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Remaining graham cracker crumbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together ¾ cup softened butter, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, and ⅓ cup brown sugar until light and fluffy to create a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and 2 eggs, ensuring everything is fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add 1½ cups flour, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon baking soda. Mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Add Graham Crackers: Slowly fold in 1 cup of finely crushed graham crackers, mixing just until blended to add texture and flavor to the cookie dough.
- Scoop and Shape Cookies: Using a 2-inch cookie scoop, portion out the dough. Roll each dough ball in the remaining ½ cup crushed graham crackers, then place them on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each slightly to about ¾ inch thickness.
- Bake: Bake the cookies one sheet at a time for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown, ensuring even baking.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: In a mixing bowl, cream together 8 oz softened butter, 8 oz softened cream cheese, and 2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add 2½ cups powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture and beat until the frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- Pipe Frosting onto Cookies: Using a piping bag fitted with a round tip, pipe a circular layer of frosting starting from the center going outward to cover each cooled cookie.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the remaining crushed graham cracker crumbs over the frosted cookies for decoration. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can adjust the thickness of the frosting by adding more powdered sugar or a splash of milk.
- Store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cookie dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crumbl cheesecake cookies, New York cheesecake cookies, cream cheese frosting cookies, graham cracker cookies, easy cheesecake cookies
