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Spiced Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies for the Holidays

Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space in between.
  • Make a small indentation in the center of each dough ball and fill with a teaspoon of the cheesecake filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, serve and enjoy your delicious gingerbread cheesecake cookies!