These cream cheese cookies are soft, chewy, and wonderfully rich. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
	
    
    	
    		Directions
    	
					Step 1
			Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
					Step 2
			In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth.
					Step 3
			Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
					Step 4
			In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
					Step 5
			Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until well combined.
					Step 6
			Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
					Step 7
			Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly browned.
					Step 8
			Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.