Creamy Cheesecake Cookies with Sweet Filling
Indulge in these New York cheesecake cookies, featuring a rich and creamy cream cheese filling that brings the classic dessert to a handheld treat. Soft, chewy cookies envelop a luscious center, making each bite a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and tangy cream cheese. Ideal for gatherings, they’re sure to impress family and friends with their irresistible flavor and texture.
ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- 5.
In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 6.
Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly. Place 1 teaspoon of cream cheese filling in the center, then fold the dough around the filling to seal it.
- 7.
Place the stuffed cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 8.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
Serve and enjoy the creamy, cheesecake-inspired goodness!
