{"id":440335,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:35","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=440335"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cream-cheese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cream-cheese\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Feel-Good Christmas Cookie Recipes with Cream Cheese That Will Delight Your Holiday Baking Spirit! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house during the holiday season. Cream cheese adds a delightful richness to your favorite cookie recipes, making them even more special. Get ready to spread some joy and sweetness with these irresistible treats that are perfect for sharing with family and friends!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cream-cheese\/#Cream_Cheese_Sugar_Cookies\" >Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cream-cheese\/#Cream_Cheese_Snickerdoodles\" >Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cream_Cheese_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28895989\/pexels-photo-28895989.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nano Erdozain on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-cheesecake-with-lotus-biscuit-topping-28895989\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SpringGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/best-cinnamon-cream-cheese-cookies-recipe-1760534503.jpg\" alt=\"Best Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thissillygirlskitchen.com\/cinnamon-cream-cheese-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Best Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from This Silly Girl&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (819 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cream-cheese-sugar-cookies-recipe-1760534503.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shugarysweets.com\/cream-cheese-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Shugary Sweets<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (9 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCoral\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/best-cream-cheese-cookies-1760534503.jpg\" alt=\"Best Cream Cheese Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/food52.com\/recipes\/14625-cream-cheese-cookies\" target=\"_blank\">Best Cream Cheese Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Food52<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine biting into a soft, fluffy cookie that melts in your mouth, bringing a wave of sweetness and warmth. These cream cheese sugar cookies are a holiday classic with a twist, and they are perfect for decorating with festive icing or sprinkles. The secret to their pillowy texture lies in the cream cheese, which not only adds flavor but also keeps them moist and tender.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>8 oz cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cup powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies truly special is their versatility. You can roll them out and use cookie cutters to create festive shapes, or simply scoop the dough and bake for a more rustic look. Once baked, they hold their shape beautifully, making them a great canvas for your favorite frosting or colorful decorations. Plus, the combination of cream cheese and butter gives them a rich flavor that will leave everyone reaching for seconds!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cream-cheese-cookies-1760534512.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4TEVFbCpsME\" target=\"_blank\">Cream Cheese Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-cream-cheese-sugar-cookies-1760534512.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pZ2Muyk5-UA\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-cream-cheese-sugar-cookies-for-decorating-1760534512.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies for Decorating\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AUxiHF_LO6s\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies for Decorating<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cream_Cheese_Snickerdoodles\"><\/span>Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/8531694\/pexels-photo-8531694.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles\" title=\"Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by KoolShooters on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/mouthwatering-plates-of-food-on-a-picnic-blanket-8531694\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aquamarine\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodles-1760534509.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodles\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles<\/a><\/strong> from The Recipe Critic<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (31 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tomato\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodles-1760534509-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drink-milk.com\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodles\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles<\/a><\/strong> from Drink-Milk.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 1 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:FloralWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodle-cookies-1760534509.jpg\" alt=\"Cream Cheese Snickerdoodle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushome.com\/cream-cheese-snickerdoodle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cream Cheese Snickerdoodle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Joyous Home<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 33 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These aren\u2019t your average snickerdoodles! With the addition of cream cheese, these cookies become extra soft and chewy, embodying the perfect balance of cinnamon and sweetness. The warm, inviting scent of cinnamon sugar baking in the oven will make your home feel like a cozy winter wonderland.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cream of tartar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>8 oz cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 \u00bd cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons sugar (for rolling)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sets these snickerdoodles apart is the cream cheese, which adds a tangy richness that balances perfectly with the sweet cinnamon sugar coating. They\u2019re the kind of cookies that remind you of home and holiday gatherings, making them a favorite among friends and family. Each bite is soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them an irresistible addition to your holiday cookie platter. Plus, they\u2019re super easy to whip up, meaning more time for you to enjoy the festivities!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to elevate your holiday baking with two irresistible cream cheese cookie recipes that promise to fill your home with warmth and joy this season!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546631,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-440335","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440335","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=440335"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440335\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546631"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=440335"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=440335"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=440335"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=440335"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}