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Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x

Description

Delight in the best of both worlds with these Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies, combining the soft, cinnamon-spiced goodness of a cinnamon roll with a creamy cheesecake center. These cookies are tender, flavorful, and feature a luscious cream cheese filling that melts in your mouth, perfect for breakfast treats or dessert.

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

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, indicating it has been well aerated.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to fully combine. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of leavening and spice.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the dough.
  6. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and milk until smooth and creamy, forming the cheesecake filling.
  7. Assemble Cookies: Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center. Carefully fold the dough around the filling and roll into a ball, ensuring the filling is enclosed.
  8. Arrange Cookies for Baking: Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just lightly golden, signaling they are cooked but still soft.
  10. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving to let the texture set.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to blend smoothly with powdered sugar for an even filling texture.
  • Do not overmix the cookie dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
  • Cookies may appear slightly underbaked when removed but will firm up while cooling.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • For a stronger cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cinnamon roll, Cheesecake cookies, Soft cookies, Dessert, Baked treats, Cream cheese filling, Cinnamon sugar

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