Description
Delightful cookies that combine the rich flavors of gingerbread with creamy cheesecake, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it slightly, and place a teaspoon of the cheesecake filling in the center. Fold the dough around the filling to form a ball.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature, and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, gingerbread, holiday, cheesecake, sweet treats