Cream Cheese Apricot Cookies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

Cream Cheese Apricot Cookies recipe for a sweet and fruity snack

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

162

Sugar

10g

Fat

11g

These Cream Cheese Apricot Cookies are a tasty and unique twist on the classic cookie recipe. The addition of cream cheese brings a new dimension to the texture, while the dried apricots and chocolate chips provide a sweet and fruity taste. These cookies are perfect for those who love a little something sweet with their afternoon tea or as a dessert after dinner. They are easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the cream cheese and mix well.
4.	In a separate bowl, sift the self-rising flour and then fold in the ground almonds.
5.	Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
6.	Fold in the chopped dried apricots and chocolate chips.
7.	Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cookies are slightly golden on the edges.

PROS

These cookies have a sweet and fruity taste, thanks to the apricots and chocolate chips.

They also have a creamy texture from the addition of cream cheese.

Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The addition of chocolate chips also means they are not suitable for those with chocolate allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest cookie, these Cream Cheese Apricot Cookies do offer some benefits.
A 3-ounce serving of dried apricots provides around 14% of your recommended daily fiber intake, which can help improve digestion. Almonds are also high in healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E, making them a nutritious addition to this recipe.

	6 ounces unsalted butter
	1/4 lb sugar
	6 ounces cream cheese
	1/2 lb self-rising flour
	3 ounces ground almonds
	3 ounces dried apricots , chopped
	3 ounces chocolate chips