Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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115g unsalted butter, softened
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150g brown sugar
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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180g all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Cheesecake Filling
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120g cream cheese (such as Philadelphia)
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon Swirl Topping
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2 tbsp butter, melted
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50g brown sugar
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon
# Steps to Follow:
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In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Shape into 12 small balls and freeze for 20–30 minutes.
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Cream the softened butter and brown sugar together. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Chill the dough for 20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
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In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter.
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Take a scoop of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center and fold the dough around it, sealing it completely. Flatten the dough slightly, add a small amount of cinnamon topping to each cookie, and swirl with a toothpick to create a cinnamon roll-like design.
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Place the assembled cookies on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden. Let the cookies cool on the tray before transferring them to a wire rack.
# Additional Notes:
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Chilling the cookie dough helps prevent spreading during baking, ensuring thicker cookies.