These soft, buttery cookies are stuffed with a creamy cheesecake filling, rolled in cinnamon-sugar, and drizzled with chocolate—irresistibly decadent!
Ingredients (Makes 12-15 cookies)
For the Cookie Dough
- 1½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- Melted chocolate or caramel (optional drizzle)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Cookie Dough
- Cream butter + sugar until fluffy. Add egg + vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour + cinnamon + baking powder + salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Chill dough 30 mins (to make rolling easier).
2. Prepare the Filling
- Beat cream cheese + powdered sugar + vanilla until smooth.
3. Assemble the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, flatten slightly, and add 1 tsp filling to the center.
- Fold dough over filling, seal edges, and re-roll into balls.
4. Bake & Coat
- Bake 12-15 mins until edges are golden.
- While warm, roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
5. Optional Drizzle
- Melt chocolate or caramel and drizzle over cooled cookies.
FAQs & Tips
Q: Can I use store-bought cheesecake filling?
✅ Yes! Swap with pre-made filling or marshmallow fluff for a quicker version.
Q: Why did my filling leak?
⚠️ Overfilled or not sealed tightly—keep filling to 1 tsp per cookie.
Q: Can I freeze these?
✅ Yes! Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 1 month (bake from frozen, +2 mins).
Q: How to prevent spreading?
➡️ Chill dough and don’t over-soften butter.
Q: Can I make them mini?
✅ Yes! Roll into ½-inch balls and bake 8-10 mins.
Serving Suggestions
☕ Pair with:
- Coffee
- Vanilla ice cream
- Spiced chai
🎉 Perfect for:
- Holiday cookie trays
- Bake sales
- Sweet cravings
Nutrition (per cookie): ~220 kcal
These cheesecake-stuffed cookies are a cinnamon-sugar dream—soft, creamy, and utterly addictive! 😋
Pro Tip: Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for extra warmth! 🌟
