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Irresistible Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies Recipe You Must Try!

Irresistible Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
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These Irresistible Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies combine the rich flavors of gingerbread with a creamy cheesecake filling, making them a perfect holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
  7. Drop a tablespoon of cookie dough onto a baking sheet, then make a small indentation in the center.
  8. Fill the indentation with a small amount of the cheesecake mixture.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a stronger ginger flavor, add more ground ginger to the cookie dough.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Feel free to decorate with icing or sprinkles for a festive touch.

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