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Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies: The Best Holiday Treat You’ll Love

Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful combination of gingerbread and cheesecake with these festive cookies that are perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set and edges are golden.
  9. While cookies cool, prepare the cheesecake filling by beating together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  10. Fill each cookie with a dollop of cheesecake filling.

Notes

  • For added flavor, sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top of the cheesecake filling.
  • These cookies can be decorated with icing for a festive touch.

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Keywords: Gingerbread, Cheesecake, Cookies, Holiday

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