Description
Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the flavors of gingerbread with a creamy cheesecake filling.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, increase the amount of ginger and cinnamon.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of nutmeg on top of the cheesecake filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American