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Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies

Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies You'll Crave

Indulge in these Copycat Crumbl Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cookies with their buttery graham cracker base, rich cream cheese frosting, and luscious caramel drizzle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter Use for better control over saltiness
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar Sweetens cookies
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for optimal blending
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
  • 1½ cups crushed graham crackers Forms cookie base
  • ½ cup crushed graham crackers For rolling
  • ½ tsp salt Balances sweetness
  • ¼ tsp baking soda Helps cookies rise
  • ½ tsp baking powder Works with baking soda
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Full-fat is recommended
  • 2½ cups powdered sugar Gives structure to frosting
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Elevates flavor
For the Caramel Topping
  • 1¼ cups brown sugar Primary flavor in caramel
  • ½ cup whipping cream Contributes to smooth texture
  • 5 tbsp butter Adds richness
  • ¼ tsp salt Enhances caramel flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
  5. Fold in crushed graham crackers.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to portion and roll in crushed graham crackers.
  7. Flatten balls to ¾ inch thickness on baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown edges and soft centers.
  9. Cool cookies on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Beat together cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  12. Combine brown sugar, butter, whipping cream, and salt in a saucepan; stir until boiling.
  13. Simmer mixture until caramel thickens, stirring continuously.
  14. Drizzle cooled caramel over frosted cookies and allow to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain softness. For maximum flavor, consume within five days.

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