Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Directions

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla until smooth.The mixture should be creamy and lump-free—this ensures a velvety center once baked.
2. Scoop teaspoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined plate (about 18–20 pieces).These should be small mounds that hold shape but remain soft enough to bite into.
3. Freeze 20–30 minutes to firm up.Freezing keeps the filling intact during baking so it doesn’t melt too quickly inside the cookies.
   

   Make the Cookie Dough