Description
Cinnamon Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that marries the warmth of cinnamon with the creamy decadence of cheesecake. Each bite delivers a soft, chewy cookie with a luscious cream cheese center, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying them with coffee or after dinner, these cookies promise to bring joy and nostalgia to your dessert table. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 large egg (plus 1 for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Mix in one egg and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto lined baking sheets and slightly press in the center to create space for the filling.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg