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Gluten Free Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

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Tender, lightly tangy gluten-free sugar cookies that hold their shape beautifully for decorating.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and cream cheese with sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  3. Fold in gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Chill the dough for 30–60 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Roll dough between parchment or scoop and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 9–12 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use room-temperature ingredients and accurate flour measurements. These cookies freeze well.

  • Author: noglubreadcom
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free