Whip up a batch of these graham cracker cookies that offer a delightful twist on a classic flavor. Topped with a luscious vanilla cream cheese frosting and a crunchy graham cracker streusel, these cookies are like a bite-sized cheesecake experience that's sure to please any crowd.
Yield: A sweet and crunchy batch
Ingredients:
For the Graham Cracker Cookies:
- 1 cup cold butter, for a rich base
- 1 cup brown sugar, adding depth
- 1/2 cup white sugar, for sweetness
- 2 eggs, for binding
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, for flavor
- 3 cups flour (390 grams), for structure
- 1 1/4 cups graham crackers, crushed, for texture
- 1 tbsp cornstarch, for tender cookies
- 1 tsp baking soda, for rise
- 1 tsp salt, to balance the taste
For the Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature, for tang and smoothness
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature, for creaminess
- 3 cups powdered sugar, for sweetness
- 2 tsp vanilla extract, for a rich flavor
For the Graham Cracker Streusel:
- 1 cup graham crackers, crushed, for the topping
- 2 tbsp butter, melted, to bind the streusel
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Cream together butter and sugars until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
- Blend in flour, 1 cup crushed graham crackers, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Roll dough balls in the remaining crushed graham crackers and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until slightly browned. Let cool on the pan, then transfer to a rack.
- For the frosting, whip together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Make the streusel by combining crushed graham crackers with melted butter and baking until golden.
- Once cookies are cool, pipe on the frosting and sprinkle with streusel.
Serve these cookies as a special treat at gatherings, or just enjoy them as a delightful snack. Be sure to share this recipe with friends and keep it close for those times when you need a sweet and satisfying dessert. Enjoy the comforting flavors and textures that make these graham cracker cookies a hit!
