Description
These cookies combine the tender texture of cinnamon rolls with creamy cheesecake, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup icing sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- If using, fold in chopped nuts.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until cookies are light golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, then sprinkle with icing sugar before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough briefly if the kitchen is warm to prevent spreading. Optional nut variations are available for personal preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, cinnamon roll, cheesecake, baking