the end sugar and spice and everything nice cookies by linda p. kozar 1-cup white sugar 1-cup softened butter ( use real butter for best results ) 1 3-ounce package cream cheese ( i use the low fat version ) tsp salt tsp vanilla extract ( always use pure , not imitation ) 1 egg 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour in large mixing bowl , combine sugar , butter , cream cheese , salt , vanilla extract and egg .