Description
It’s like your favorite cinnamon roll and cheesecake got together in cookie form 😍 Soft, golden cookies are stuffed with a creamy cheesecake center and topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar swirl. Every bite melts in your mouth with that nostalgic warm spice and tangy sweet center. Perfect for holiday platters, cozy baking days, or gifting to cookie lovers! 🍽️✨
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Cookie Dough:
Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light. Beat in egg and vanilla.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet to form dough. Chill for 15–20 minutes if soft.
2️⃣ Make Cheesecake Filling:
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
3️⃣ Make Cinnamon Swirl:
Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
4️⃣ Assemble Cookies:
Scoop dough, flatten slightly, and add 1 tsp cheesecake filling in the center.
Top with more dough, pinch to seal, and roll into a ball.
Place on baking sheet, add ½ tsp cinnamon swirl on top of each, and swirl gently with a toothpick.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and tops look puffy.
Let cool 5 minutes on pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
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Soften the Butter, Don’t Melt It:
For the best cookie texture, make sure your butter is softened but still holds shape. If you’re in a rush, use this quick butter-softening trick. -
Use Full-Fat Cream Cheese:
To ensure a creamy, stable filling that doesn’t leak during baking, always use full-fat cream cheese. Think Tasty explains why low-fat isn’t always a good swap. -
Chill the Dough If Too Soft:
If your dough feels sticky after mixing, chill for 15–20 minutes. This prevents cookies from spreading too much during baking. -
Seal the Cheesecake Filling Tightly:
When assembling, be sure to completely cover and seal the cheesecake center with dough to prevent leaks. -
Create the Perfect Swirl:
Spoon about ½ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar swirl onto each cookie and swirl gently with a toothpick. Don’t overmix—it should look like a cinnamon roll! -
Freezer-Friendly:
These cookies freeze well before and after baking. Assemble and freeze raw dough balls without the swirl topping. Add swirl just before baking. -
Serving Tip:
Serve warm with a glass of milk, chai latte, or coffee for a cozy treat. Great for holidays, cookie trays, or gifting. -
Flavor Variations:
Try mixing in white chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or use pumpkin spice for a seasonal twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
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