Get ready for a soft cookie with a creamy center. These cookies taste like a mini cinnamon roll with a sweet cheesecake middle.
introduction
This recipe makes soft, cinnamon-flavored cookies with a creamy cheesecake center. They bake fast and taste sweet. If you like cinnamon rolls and cheesecake, you will like these cookies. You can also check a full cinnamon roll cheesecake recipe for more ideas at this cinnamon roll cheesecake page.
why make this recipe
- They mix two favorites: cinnamon rolls and cheesecake.
- They are small and great to share.
- The cookies bake in about 10–12 minutes.
- You can make them for a snack, dessert, or party.
how to make Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Delight Awaits!
Follow simple steps to make these cookies. Work with room temperature butter and cream cheese for best 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 soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk
Directions :
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand, placing a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then fold the dough around it to form a ball.
Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
how to serve Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Delight Awaits!
Serve them warm or at room temperature. Warm cookies are soft and the cheesecake center is creamy. Pair with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. For a party, place them on a platter and let guests pick their favorites. For more serving ideas, see this related recipe page at the cinnamon roll cheesecake recipe page.
how to store Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Delight Awaits!
- Room temperature: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze in a single layer on a tray, then move to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature.
tips to make Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies: A Sweet Delight Awaits!
- Use room temperature butter and cream cheese for smooth texture.
- Do not overmix the dough. Mix until just combined.
- Make the cream cheese dollop small so the cookie closes around it.
- Space cookies 2 inches apart to avoid sticking.
- If dough is sticky, chill for 20 minutes before shaping.
variation (if any)
- Add a cinnamon sugar sprinkle on top before baking for extra cinnamon flavor.
- Mix in 1/2 cup chopped nuts for crunch.
- Add a drizzle of simple glaze after cooling for extra sweetness.
FAQs
Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: Yes, but the center may be less creamy. Full-fat gives the best texture.
Q: Can I make the cream cheese filling ahead?
A: Yes. Make the filling and keep it in the fridge for a day. Use when ready.
Q: Can I bake larger cookies?
A: Yes. Increase bake time by a few minutes and watch the edges for light golden color.
Q: Do I need to chill the dough?
A: Not required, but chilling 15–20 minutes can help shape the cookies if the dough is soft.
Q: Can I freeze unbaked cookie balls?
A: Yes. Freeze on a tray then move to a bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the time.
Conclusion
These Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies are easy and tasty. They combine cinnamon spice and creamy cheesecake in one bite. For a look at how cookie shops rank flavors, see this review at Crumbl Cookie Review: Tasty Flavors Ranked!. If you want more sweet treat ideas and collections, check out Daily Treats – ShicTreats.
Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand, placing a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then fold the dough around it to form a ball.
- Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.