Description
These Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies are soft, spiced, and stuffed with a creamy cheesecake filling — the perfect holiday treat! Each cookie combines the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses with a luscious cream cheese center, creating a festive bite that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cheesecake Filling:
- 115 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop small teaspoonfuls onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for 30 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla; beat until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop 1 1/2 tbsp of dough, flatten slightly, place a frozen cream cheese ball in the center, and wrap the dough around it, sealing completely. Roll in granulated sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Freeze the cheesecake filling before stuffing to make handling easier.
- Store cookies in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with white chocolate for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American