Description
Delightful cookies that combine the flavors of cinnamon rolls with a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the cream cheese with a tablespoon of sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon to create the cheesecake center.
- Using a large spoon, take a dollop of cookie dough and put a small spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center. Encase the cream cheese with the cookie dough and roll into a ball.
- Place them on the lined baking sheet with enough space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Allow cooling for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the dough for a fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cinnamon, cheesecake, cookies, dessert, baking