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Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies

Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
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Indulge in the festive delight of Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect blend of warm gingerbread and rich, creamy cheesecake filling. These cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them an ideal choice for holiday gatherings. With their chewy texture and aromatic spices, they will surely impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, these cookies can be enjoyed with hot beverages or as part of a dessert platter.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
  • 3 tbsp (38 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 6 tbsp (75 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 1/2 cups (313 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 2 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/3 cup (113 g) unsulphured molasses

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar with ground spices. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and remaining spices. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Form balls from the cookie dough, adding chilled cheesecake filling in the center before rolling in spiced sugar.
  4. Bake for approximately 11 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.

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