Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies
These Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies feature a buttery graham cracker base, creamy cheesecake frosting, and a homemade caramel drizzle. Indulge in this deliciously rich treat, perfect for any occasion, and enjoy the Crumbl flavor right from your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 55-57 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base:
- ¾ cup butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs (for topping)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz butter, softened
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1¼ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cookie Dough:
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, graham cracker crumbs, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Form Cookies:
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Place on the baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press the center of each dough ball to create a slight indentation.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
- Prepare Caramel Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth and sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Let it cool to room temperature.
- Assemble Cookies:
- Once the cookies have cooled, spread a generous amount of frosting on each cookie.
- Drizzle with the cooled caramel sauce and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
- Serve:
- Let the caramel set slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade salted caramel cheesecake cookies!
Notes
- Nutty Addition: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the cookie dough for extra crunch.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel for an added layer of sweetness.
- Spiced Flavor: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for a warm, spiced twist.
