CINNAMON CHEESECAKE COOKIES RECIPE
Cinnamon Cheesecake Cookies are soft, creamy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavour. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies have a rich cheesecake centre and make the perfect treat for holidays, gifting, or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Rolling:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Shape and Roll:
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for rolling. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Bake:
- Place cookies on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve:
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Dough can be chilled for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Variations: Add a pinch of nutmeg or use brown sugar for rolling.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with coffee or hot cocoa for a cosy treat.
- Allergy-Friendly: Contains dairy, eggs, and gluten; substitute as needed.