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Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies: The Best Holiday Treat You’ll Love

Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
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Indulge in the festive flavors of gingerbread combined with creamy cheesecake in these delightful cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 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, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
  6. Roll dough into balls and place on greased baking sheets.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Use your thumb to make an indent in each cookie ball and fill with a dollop of cream cheese mixture.
  9. Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
  10. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, sprinkle the cookies with additional powdered sugar before serving.

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Keywords: Gingerbread, Cheesecake, Cookies, Holiday Treats

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