Description
Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful fusion treat combining the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon rolls with the creamy richness of cheesecake nestled inside soft, chewy cookies. These baked cookies feature a sweet cinnamon-spiced dough encasing a smooth cream cheese filling, perfect for breakfast or dessert cravings.
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 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 mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat together until the mixture turns light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to maintain an even texture. Then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agent and spices.
- Mix Dry Ingredients with Wet: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet butter and sugar mixture. Stir until the dough just comes together, being careful not to overmix to preserve tenderness.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and milk until smooth and creamy, forming the luscious filling for the cookies.
- 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, then carefully fold the dough around the cheese to seal it, shaping it into a ball.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place each filled cookie ball on the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- You can adjust the cinnamon quantity to taste for a spicier or milder cookie.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a decorative touch, drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk once cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies, cinnamon cookies, cream cheese filling, soft cookies, dessert recipe, baked cookies
