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Deliciously Soft Cream Cheese Meltaways Recipe

Cream Cheese Meltaways made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter room temperature
  • 3 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
  • Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fully incorporated.
  • Sift together the cornstarch and flour, then gradually fold them into the wet mixture.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set, but the centers are still soft.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about a minute before transferring them to a wire rack.