Description

Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies combine the indulgent flavors of cinnamon rolls and cheesecake into a soft, chewy cookie. These cookies are filled with a swirl of cinnamon brown sugar and a rich cream cheese center, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 cup butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 egg

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 & 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp cinnamon

2 tbsp butter (for brown sugar swirl)

1 block cream cheese (8 oz)

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract (for cream cheese filling)

1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (convection setting).
In a bowl, mix room temperature cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop 1 tbsp balls onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze.
In a stand mixer, beat room temperature butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes off-white in color (about 1-2 minutes). Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Add the flour, baking powder, and baking soda to the mixture, and fold in until combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter for the swirl. Chill the mixture before incorporating it into the dough.
Scoop 1/3 cup of cookie dough, flatten it slightly, and place 2 tsp of the brown sugar mixture in the center. Add a cream cheese ball and fold the dough around it. Roll the dough in granulated sugar.
Place dough balls on a parchment-lined tray and bake for 12-13 minutes.
If you want perfectly circular cookies, use a cookie cutter or bowl to shape them while they’re still warm. Let the cookies rest on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

If you prefer chocolate, you can add 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips to the dough for an extra layer of flavor.

For a fall twist, replace the cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice in the brown sugar swirl.

Consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts for some extra texture and crunch.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 230
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg