Description
Cinnamon Kissed Cheesecake Donut Cookies blend classic comfort with innovative baking magic. Sweet cinnamon notes and creamy cheesecake embrace each delightful cookie, promising pure indulgence for dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (226 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake filling)
Flavor Enhancers and Stabilizers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional:
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Whip softened butter and sugar until airy and pale, incorporating eggs individually and blending in vanilla extract for a rich, smooth base.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a separate bowl, then gently fold into the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Blend cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until silky and uniform, then transfer to a piping bag for precise filling distribution.
- Heat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking and easy cookie removal.
- Craft dough into uniform 1-inch spheres, gently flatten each, and use a cookie cutter to create perfect circular foundations.
- Pipe creamy cheesecake filling around cookie edges, carefully fold dough over to enclose filling, pressing seams firmly to seal.
- Carve out center of each filled cookie to mimic classic donut shape, creating a playful, eye-catching design.
- Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish, then delicately roll each cookie to achieve a fragrant, sweet coating.
- Arrange cookies on prepared baking sheet with ample spacing to prevent merging during baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn golden and centers appear set, indicating perfect doneness.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping to prevent spreading and maintain crisp edges during baking.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling that pipes easily.
- Use a sharp cookie cutter or knife to create clean donut shapes, wiping the edge between cuts for precise edges.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free blend to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg