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Delicious Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies topped with cream cheese frosting.

Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies

These delightful cookies combine the flavors of cinnamon rolls and cheesecake in every soft, gooey bite, making them perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Use fresh for best flavor.

For the cheesecake filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Soften properly to ensure a smooth texture.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the cinnamon sugar topping

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • In a separate bowl, prepare the cheesecake filling by beating the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Assembly

  • Take a small amount of cookie dough and flatten it in your palm.
  • Add a teaspoon of the cheesecake filling to the center and wrap the dough around it, forming a ball.
  • Roll the ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie.

Baking

  • Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will be soft but will firm up as they cool.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Freezing them is also an excellent option for longer storage.
Keyword Baking, Cheesecake, Cinnamon Roll, Cookies, Desserts