Description
These Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies combine the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon rolls with the creamy tang of cheesecake in a soft, delicious cookie. Soft and chewy with a rich cream cheese filling, these cookies are perfect for breakfast treats or dessert indulgences.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well combined.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to incorporate air. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and creamy, forming the filling for the cookies.
- Assemble Cookies: Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center, then carefully fold the dough around it to form a ball enclosing the filling completely.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place each filled cookie ball on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and the cookies are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep cookies tender.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For extra cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Cookies, Cheesecake Cookies, Soft Cookies, Cream Cheese Filling, Baked Cookies, Dessert Cookies
